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Cookie Policy

How we use cookies and similar technologies

Last updated: June 3, 2026

1Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how [COMPANY_NAME: VerticalFlair]("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you access our website, application, and services (collectively, the "Service").

We use cookies to provide and improve our Service. By accessing or using the Service, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you have disabled them.

This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

2What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies allow websites to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as:

  • Your preferred language and other settings
  • Login information and session details
  • Other information to improve your user experience

Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser, while session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.

3Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on our Service:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:

CookiePurposeDuration
auth-tokenKeeps you logged in securely30 days
session-idSession management and securitySession
csrf-tokenCross-site request forgery protectionSession

Analytics Cookies

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

CookiePurposeDuration
vercel_analyticsCore Web Vitals measurement and performance monitoring1 year
_gaGoogle Analytics visitor tracking and session identification2 years
_gidGoogle Analytics 24-hour session data24 hours

4How We Use Each Cookie

Essential Cookies

auth-token: This cookie maintains your logged-in state when you return to the Service. It allows you to access your account without re-entering your credentials on each visit.

session-id: This cookie links your browser session to our servers, enabling you to navigate through the Service securely. It is required for the Service to function.

csrf-token: This cookie helps protect against cross-site request forgery attacks by verifying that requests come from your authenticated session.

Analytics Cookies

vercel_analytics: This cookie, set by our hosting provider Vercel, collects data about how users interact with our Service. This helps us understand page performance, loading times, and user behavior to improve the Service.

_ga and _gid: These cookies, set by Google Analytics, help us count the number of visitors and understand how visitors move around the Service. The information is used to help us improve how the Service works.

5Managing Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences in various ways:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
  • Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

Disabling Specific Cookies

To disable specific types of cookies:

  • Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the Service to function
  • Analytics cookies can be disabled through browser settings or using the Google Analytics Opt-out tool
  • Disabling analytics cookies will not prevent you from using the Service, but we won't be able to improve our Service based on your usage data

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, please note:

  • Some features of the Service may not work properly
  • You may need to log in on each visit
  • Personalized settings may be lost

6Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. The third parties include:

Vercel

Our application is hosted on Vercel, which may set cookies for performance monitoring and analytics. For more information, see their Privacy Policy.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze Service usage. Google Analytics sets cookies to track visitor behavior and compile reports. For more information, see their Privacy Policy.

Your Choices

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking without affecting your ability to use our Service by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

7Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.

When we make material changes to this policy, we will:

  • Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Post the new policy on this page
  • Notify you through the Service or via email for significant changes

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

8Contact

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us.

For privacy-related inquiries, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

Email: [CONTACT_EMAIL: [CONTACT_EMAIL]]

Response Time: We respond within 30 days maximum.

Important Notice: This Cookie Policy is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. We recommend consulting with a qualified attorney to ensure this policy adequately complies with applicable laws in your jurisdiction.