Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and enabling certain functionality.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your login status and preferences
• Analyze how you use our website
• Improve our services and user experience
• Provide personalized content
• Ensure security and prevent fraud

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and authentication.

• Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Authentication cookies: Keep you logged in during your session
• Security cookies: Help protect against cross-site request forgery

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

• Google Analytics: Tracks website usage and performance
• Vercel Analytics: Monitors page views and user behavior
• Performance cookies: Measure website speed and responsiveness

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.

• Preference cookies: Remember your language and region settings
• Theme cookies: Remember your dark/light mode preference
• Feature cookies: Enable specific website features

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may also use third-party services that set their own cookies:

• Stripe: Payment processing and fraud prevention
• Supabase: Database and authentication services
• Vercel: Hosting and performance monitoring
• Social media: Integration with social platforms

5. Cookie Duration

Cookies may be either "session" cookies or "persistent" cookies:

• Session cookies: Expire when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until deleted

6. Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies. You can usually find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser.

Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can choose which types of cookies to accept.

Opt-Out Links

For specific third-party services:

• Google Analytics: Opt-out here
• Stripe: Manage preferences in your account settings

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:

• You may need to log in repeatedly
• Your preferences may not be saved
• Some features may not work as expected
• We may not be able to provide personalized content

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at: