Cookie Policy

1. 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 analyzing how you use our site.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Analytics Cookies: Provide insights into website usage and performance

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They include:

• Authentication cookies to keep you logged in
• Security cookies to protect against fraud
• Session cookies to maintain your session

3.2 Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website:

• Google Analytics cookies to track page views and user behavior
• Error tracking cookies to identify and fix issues
• Performance monitoring cookies to optimize site speed

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences:

• Language preference cookies
• Theme and display preference cookies
• Research history and saved searches

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device:

• Stripe: Payment processing and security
• Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance tracking
• Supabase: Database and authentication services
• Vercel: Hosting and performance optimization

5. Cookie Duration

5.1 Session Cookies

These cookies are deleted when you close your browser and are used for temporary session management.

5.2 Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a set period (usually 1-2 years) and are used to remember your preferences and settings.

6. Managing Cookies

6.1 Browser Settings

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings:

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

6.2 Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences.

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:

• You may need to log in repeatedly
• Some preferences and settings may not be saved
• Payment processing may be affected
• Analytics and performance monitoring may be limited

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website.

9. Contact Us

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