Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how SnapGenius ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and platform. By using SnapGenius, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy and your consent preferences.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your actions and preferences over a period of time, so you don't have to re-enter information when navigating between pages or when you return to the site.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| sb-*-auth-token | Authentication and session management | Session | Essential |
| snapgenius-cookie-consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year | Essential |
| theme | Remembers your theme preference | 1 year | Functional |
| databuddy-* | Usage analytics and performance monitoring | 1 year | Analytics |
| ods-* | OneDollarStats analytics tracking | 2 years | Analytics |
3. Cookie Categories
3.1 Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and accessibility. Without these cookies, services you've requested cannot be provided.
- Authentication tokens
- Session management
- Security and fraud prevention
- Cookie consent preferences
- Load balancing
Note: You cannot opt out of essential cookies as they are required for the platform to function.
3.2 Functional Cookies (Optional)
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.
- Theme and display preferences
- Language selection
- Form field population
- User interface customizations
3.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional - Requires Consent)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve our services.
- Page views and navigation patterns
- Feature usage statistics
- Performance monitoring
- Error tracking and debugging
- User engagement metrics
Analytics providers we use:
- Databuddy: Privacy-focused analytics platform
- OneDollarStats: Simple analytics tracking
3.4 Marketing Cookies (Not Currently Used)
We do not currently use marketing or advertising cookies. If this changes in the future, we will update this policy and obtain your consent before using such cookies.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these third-party cookies. Please review the privacy policies of these third parties to understand their use of cookies:
- Supabase: Privacy Policy
- Vercel: Privacy Policy
- Databuddy: Privacy Policy
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
5.1 Through Our Platform
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through:
- The cookie consent banner that appears on your first visit
- The cookie preferences link in the footer of any page
- Your account settings under "Privacy & Security"
5.2 Through Your Browser
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Accept only first-party cookies
- Clear all cookies when closing the browser
- Delete specific cookies
Browser-specific cookie management guides:
5.3 Impact of Blocking Cookies
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience:
- You may need to log in every time you visit
- Your preferences and settings won't be remembered
- Some features may not work properly
- Performance optimizations may not apply
Essential cookies cannot be blocked if you want to use the platform, as they are necessary for core functionality.
6. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have "Do Not Track" (DNT) features that signal to websites that users do not want their online activities tracked. Our website responds to DNT signals as follows:
- When DNT is enabled, we will not load analytics cookies without explicit consent
- Essential and functional cookies will still be used for core functionality
- You can still manually enable analytics through our cookie consent banner
7. Cookie Retention Periods
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain until expiration or manual deletion
- Typical durations: Range from session-only to 2 years
- We regularly review and minimize cookie durations
- Unused cookies are automatically cleaned up
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes in cookie usage or types
- New features or services
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- Best practice improvements
Material changes will be communicated via:
- Email notification to registered users
- Banner notice on the platform
- Updated "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies:
This Cookie Policy is part of our Privacy Policy. For more information about how we process your personal data, please review our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.