Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies?

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

How We Use Cookies

Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled:

• Authentication: Keep you logged in securely
• Security: Protect against fraud and unauthorized access
• Payment Processing: Enable secure transactions through Stripe
• Session Management: Remember your current session
• User Preferences: Remember your settings and choices

Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies help us understand how you use our service so we can improve it:

• Track which pages you visit and how long you stay
• Understand which features are most popular
• Identify areas where we can improve user experience
• Measure the effectiveness of our content and features

Third-Party Cookies

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

• Clerk: Authentication and user management
• Stripe: Payment processing and subscription management
• Analytics Services: Website performance and usage tracking

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Through Our Website

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner where you can':

• Accept all cookies (recommended for full functionality)
• Reject optional cookies (essential cookies will still be active)
• Learn more about our cookie usage

Through Your Browser

You can also control cookies through your browser settings's:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, some features of our service may not work properly:

• You won't be able to stay logged in
• Payment processing may not work
• Your preferences won't be saved
• Some features may not function correctly

Cookie Retention

Different cookies have different lifespans:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain until they expire or you delete them
• Authentication Cookies: Typically last 30 days or until you log out
• Analytics Cookies: Usually expire after 2 years

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we do, we'll:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
• Notify you of significant changes via email or website notice
• Show you the updated cookie banner if needed

Contact Us

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