What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
Cookies cannot contain programs or viruses and cannot access other information on your device. They help us remember your preferences, understand how you use our service, and improve your experience.
In addition to cookies, we may also use similar technologies such as:
- Local Storage: Browser storage that persists until cleared
- Session Storage: Temporary storage that clears when you close your browser
- Pixels/Beacons: Small images that track page views and conversions
Cookies We Use
We categorize cookies based on their purpose. Some are essential for the service to function, while others help us analyze usage or deliver personalized advertising.
Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They are set in response to actions you make, such as logging in, setting preferences, or filling out forms.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| sb-*-auth-token | Supabase authentication session | 1 year |
| sb-*-auth-token-code-verifier | PKCE authentication security | Session |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this data to improve our service and user experience.
These cookies require your consent. You can manage your preferences through our cookie banner or browser settings.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics 4 to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics collects:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- How you arrived at our site (referrer)
- Your general location (country/city level, anonymized)
- Device and browser information
- Interactions with features and buttons
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes users (24h) | 24 hours |
Google's privacy policy: policies.google.com/privacy
Vercel Analytics
We also use Vercel Analytics, which is designed to be privacy-friendly and does not use cookies. It collects only aggregated, anonymous data about page views and performance.
Marketing & Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites and display ads that are relevant and engaging. They also help us measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.
These cookies require your consent. You can opt out at any time through our cookie banner or the opt-out links below.
Meta Pixel (Facebook)
We use Meta Pixel to:
- Measure the effectiveness of our Facebook and Instagram ads
- Build custom audiences for advertising
- Track conversions (sign-ups, purchases)
- Deliver personalized ads on Meta platforms
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Identifies browsers for advertising | 3 months |
| _fbc | Stores click identifier for conversion attribution | 3 months |
| fr | Facebook ad delivery and measurement | 3 months |
Meta's privacy policy: facebook.com/privacy/policy
Google Ads
We use Google Ads to:
- Show relevant ads on Google Search and partner sites
- Track conversions from Google Ads campaigns
- Remarket to users who have visited our site
- Measure ad campaign performance
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _gcl_au | Google Ads conversion linking | 3 months |
| _gcl_aw | Stores click information from Google Ads | 3 months |
| IDE | DoubleClick ad serving and remarketing | 13 months |
| NID | Google advertising preferences | 6 months |
Google Ads privacy policy: policies.google.com/technologies/ads
Third-Party Cookie Summary
| Provider | Type | Purpose | Consent Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supabase | Essential | Authentication | No |
| Google Analytics | Analytics | Usage analysis | Yes |
| Meta Pixel | Marketing | Advertising, conversion tracking | Yes |
| Google Ads | Marketing | Advertising, remarketing | Yes |
| Vercel Analytics | Analytics | Performance monitoring (cookieless) | No |
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, a cookie banner allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in the footer.
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here are links to cookie management instructions for popular browsers:
Opt-Out Options
In addition to browser settings, you can opt out of specific tracking services:
Google Analytics Opt-Out
Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Google Ads Personalization
Manage your Google ad preferences at adssettings.google.com
Meta (Facebook) Ads
Manage your Meta ad preferences at facebook.com/adpreferences
Industry Opt-Out Tools
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, please note:
- Essential cookies: Disabling these will prevent you from logging in and using core features of TypenDrop
- Analytics cookies: We won't be able to understand how you use our service, which helps us improve
- Marketing cookies: You may still see ads, but they won't be personalized to your interests
We respect your choice and will never condition access to our service on accepting non-essential cookies.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. When we make changes:
- We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
- For significant changes, we will reset your cookie preferences and ask for consent again
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us:
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.