1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our platform.
We use both session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (remain on your device for a set period).
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
Required for platform functionality. These cannot be disabled.
- Authentication Tokens: Keep you logged in securely
- Session Management: Maintain your browsing session
- Security: Protect against CSRF attacks and fraud
- Load Balancing: Distribute traffic for optimal performance
2.2 Functional Cookies
Enhance your experience by remembering preferences.
- Theme Preference: Remember dark/light mode choice
- Language Settings: Store your language preference
- Display Settings: Remember layout preferences
- Local Cache: Store site name and settings for faster loading
2.3 Analytics Cookies
Help us understand usage patterns to improve our service.
- Page Views: Track which pages are most popular
- User Journey: Understand navigation patterns
- Performance: Monitor page load times
- Error Tracking: Identify and fix technical issues
Note: Analytics data is aggregated and anonymized. We do not track individual users.
2.4 Preference Cookies
- Notification Settings: Remember email/in-app notification preferences
- Sort/Filter Options: Remember how you prefer to view content
- Privacy Choices: Store your cookie consent preferences
3. Third-Party Cookies
We use carefully selected third-party services that may set their own cookies:
Lemon Squeezy (Payment Processor)
- Secure payment processing for subscriptions and promotions
- Supports Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and PayPal
- PCI-DSS compliant handling of payment information
- Subject to Lemon Squeezy's cookie and privacy policies
Hosting Infrastructure
Our website is hosted securely and may use necessary cookies for:
- Server infrastructure and content delivery
- SSL certificate management and secure connections
- Basic server-side functionality
We do NOT use cookies for targeted advertising or tracking across other websites.
4. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to:
- Cache site settings (siteName, tagline, footer text)
- Store temporary draft content
- Remember form inputs to prevent data loss
- Improve page load speed
Local storage data never leaves your device and is not transmitted to our servers unless you explicitly submit a form.
5. Cookie Duration
| Cookie Type | Duration |
|---|---|
| Session | Until browser closes |
| Authentication | 7-30 days |
| Preferences | 1 year |
| Analytics | 2 years |
6. Managing Cookies
6.1 Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
6.2 Clearing Cookies
You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. Note that this may:
- Log you out of your account
- Reset your preferences (theme, language)
- Require re-acceptance of this policy
6.3 Opting Out of Analytics
You can opt out of analytics tracking by using browser extensions like "Privacy Badger" or enabling "Do Not Track" in your browser settings. We respect DNT signals.
7. Impact of Blocking Cookies
Blocking or deleting cookies may affect your experience:
- You may be logged out frequently
- Preferences won't be saved
- Some features may not work properly
- We can't provide personalized recommendations
Essential cookies are required for the platform to function and cannot be disabled.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes via email or a prominent notice on our platform.
9. Contact Us
Questions about our use of cookies? Contact us:
Email: Contact Form