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[YOUR PRODUCT NAME] Cookie Policy
Effective Date: July 11, 2026
Last Updated: July 21, 2026
1. Introduction
[YOUR PRODUCT NAME] ("we," "our," "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on the [YOUR PRODUCT NAME] platform at https://[your-domain.example] (the "Platform"). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them.
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website places on your device when you visit. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website owners.
3. Cookies We Use
[YOUR PRODUCT NAME] uses two categories of cookies.
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Platform to function. Without them, you cannot sign in, maintain a session, or use any authenticated features. Because they are strictly necessary, they cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| `sb-*` (session cookies) | Supabase | Authentication session management. Set when you sign in and cleared when you sign out. Used to verify your identity on every request. |
| `app_unverified_email` | [YOUR PRODUCT NAME] | Stores your email temporarily during the signup verification flow. HttpOnly, expires after 1 hour. |
| `app_cookie_consent` | [YOUR PRODUCT NAME] | Stores your cookie preference choice (accept all or essential only). Expires after 1 year. |
| `__cf_bm` | Cloudflare | Bot management cookie used to distinguish human visitors from automated traffic. Expires after 30 minutes of inactivity. |
These cookies do not track you across other websites and contain no advertising or marketing data.
3.2 Infrastructure Cookies
These cookies are set by Cloudflare as part of delivering the Platform securely. They are not used for tracking or profiling.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| `__cfruid` | Cloudflare | Rate limiting identifier. Used to apply rate limits fairly across requests. Session-only. |
3.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Platform. The data collected is aggregated and anonymous — it is not used to identify individual users.
Analytics cookies are only set after you grant consent. If you choose "Essential Only" when prompted, these cookies are never loaded.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| `_ga` | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users. Expires after 2 years. |
| `_ga_*` | Google Analytics | Stores and counts page views. Expires after 2 years. |
Google Analytics data is processed by Google in accordance with Google's Privacy Policy. We use this data solely to understand aggregate Platform usage and improve the user experience.
4. Cookies We Do Not Use
[YOUR PRODUCT NAME] does not use:
- Advertising or targeting cookies.
- Social media tracking cookies (Meta Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Tag, etc.).
- Session recording cookies (Hotjar, Microsoft Clarity, etc.).
- Personalization or A/B testing cookies beyond what is described above.
If this changes in the future, this Cookie Policy will be updated before any new cookies are introduced.
5. How to Control Cookies
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View the cookies stored on your device.
- Delete existing cookies.
- Block cookies from specific or all websites.
- Set preferences for future cookies.
Common browser cookie settings:
- 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
- Disabling essential cookies will prevent you from signing in and using any authenticated features of the Platform. The Platform will not function correctly without them.
- Disabling analytics cookies will have no effect on Platform functionality. You will be able to use all features normally. Google Analytics will simply not collect usage data for your session.
Cookie Consent
When you first visit the Platform, you will see a consent banner offering two choices:
- Accept All — enables both essential and analytics cookies.
- Essential Only — enables only cookies required for the Platform to function. Google Analytics will not load.
Your choice is stored in the `app_cookie_consent` cookie for 1 year. You can change your preference at any time by clearing this cookie in your browser settings and refreshing the page — the consent banner will reappear.
Google Analytics Opt-Out
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy if we introduce new cookies or change how we use existing ones. We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page when changes are made. If we introduce any new cookie categories (for example, advertising cookies), we will notify you in advance.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
[YOUR PRODUCT NAME]
Email: [privacy@your-domain.example]
Related documents:
By using the [YOUR PRODUCT NAME] Platform, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.