Cookie Policy

Essential Cookies

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

• Authentication and session management
• Security and fraud prevention
• Basic functionality and preferences
• Payment processing (Stripe)

Performance Cookies

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

• Page load times and performance metrics
• Error tracking and debugging information
• Usage patterns and feature adoption
• Browser compatibility and device information

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:

• User preferences and settings
• Language and regional preferences
• Feature customization options
• Remembering your choices and selections

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us improve our Service by providing insights into usage patterns:

• Vercel Analytics for performance monitoring
• Optional PostHog analytics (with consent)
• Feature usage and adoption metrics
• User experience and satisfaction data

Firebase (Google Cloud Platform)

Used for data storage, authentication, and real-time features. Firebase may set cookies for:

• User authentication and session management
• Performance monitoring and error tracking
• Security and fraud prevention
• Service optimization and reliability

Stripe

Used for payment processing. Stripe sets cookies for:

• Payment security and fraud prevention
• Transaction processing and verification
• Customer support and dispute resolution
• Compliance with financial regulations

Vercel Analytics

Used for website performance monitoring. Vercel may set cookies for:

• Performance metrics and optimization
• Error tracking and debugging
• User experience analytics
• Service reliability monitoring

PostHog (Optional)

Used for advanced analytics with user consent. PostHog may set cookies for:

• User behavior and journey analysis
• Feature adoption and usage patterns
• A/B testing and experimentation
• Product improvement insights

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Block all cookies (may affect functionality)
• Block third-party cookies only
• Delete existing cookies
• Set cookie expiration preferences

Extension Settings

Within the VibeCheck extension, you can:

• Opt out of optional analytics (PostHog)
• Manage data collection preferences
• Control performance monitoring
• Adjust privacy and security settings

Third-Party Opt-Outs

You can opt out of specific third-party services:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
• PostHog: Manage through extension settings
• Stripe: Contact support for payment-related preferences

What We Collect

Through cookies and similar technologies, we may collect:

• Device and browser information
• Usage patterns and preferences
• Performance and error data
• Authentication and session data

What We Do NOT Collect

We do not collect through cookies:

• Your actual writing content or text
• Personal documents or files
• Browsing history outside our extension
• Personal conversations or communications

Data Protection

All data collected through cookies is protected by our comprehensive Privacy Policy and security measures. We implement appropriate safeguards to ensure your information remains secure and confidential.

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function and are set based on our legitimate interest in providing a secure and functional service.

Optional Cookies

For analytics and optional features, we obtain your explicit consent before setting cookies. You can withdraw this consent at any time through your settings.

Third-Party Services

Third-party cookies are set in accordance with their respective privacy policies. We ensure all third-party services comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards.

Session Cookies

These cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser or extension:

• Authentication and session management
• Temporary preferences and settings
• Security tokens and verification data

Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a specified period:

• User preferences: Up to 1 year
• Analytics data: Up to 2 years
• Security and fraud prevention: Up to 90 days
• Performance metrics: Up to 1 year

Third-Party Retention

Third-party services may have different retention periods. Please refer to their respective privacy policies for detailed information about data retention.