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    Cookie Policy

    Our cookie policy and how we use them

    1. Introduction

    This Cookie Policy explains how jdwatch ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and use our Service. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which provides additional information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

    By using our Service, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should set your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our Service.

    2. What Are Cookies

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

    Cookies typically contain:

    • The name of the website that set the cookie
    • A unique identifier
    • An expiration date (for persistent cookies)
    • Information about the cookie's purpose

    Cookies can be:

    • First-party cookies: Set directly by our website on your device
    • Third-party cookies: Set by third-party services that appear on our website (we currently do not use third-party cookies)
    • Session cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
    • Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them

    3. Types of Cookies We Use

    We use the following types of cookies on our Service:

    3.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

    Essential cookies are necessary for the Service to function properly. These cookies enable core functionality such as user authentication and security features. Without these cookies, the Service cannot operate effectively.

    Supabase Authentication Cookies

    We use Supabase as our authentication and backend service provider. Supabase sets authentication cookies to manage your login session and maintain your authentication state.

    Purpose: These cookies are essential for:

    • Maintaining your login session
    • Authenticating your identity when you access protected areas of the Service
    • Storing authentication tokens securely
    • Preventing unauthorized access to your account

    Cookie Names: Supabase authentication cookies typically include cookies with names such as:

    • sb-<project-ref>-auth-token
    • sb-<project-ref>-auth-token-code-verifier

    Retention Period: These cookies are typically session cookies or have a limited expiration period (usually 1 hour to 1 week, depending on your session settings). They are automatically deleted when you log out or when they expire.

    Can You Disable These Cookies? No. These cookies are essential for the Service to function. If you disable these cookies, you will not be able to log in or use authenticated features of the Service.

    Third-Party Service: These cookies are set by Supabase, our authentication service provider. Supabase's privacy policy can be found at https://supabase.com/privacy.

    3.2 Functional Cookies

    Functional cookies allow the Service to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features. These cookies are not strictly necessary for the Service to function, but they improve your user experience.

    Theme Preference Cookie

    Cookie Name: theme

    Purpose: This cookie stores your theme preference (light mode, dark mode, or system default) so that the Service remembers your choice on subsequent visits.

    Retention Period: 1 year (365 days)

    Can You Disable This Cookie? Yes. You can delete this cookie through your browser settings. However, if you delete this cookie, the Service will not remember your theme preference, and you will need to select your preferred theme again.

    How to Manage: You can change your theme preference at any time through the theme toggle in the Service. Changing your theme will update this cookie.

    4. Third-Party Cookies

    Currently, we do not use third-party cookies on our Service. We do not allow third-party services to set cookies on our website for advertising, analytics, or other purposes.

    Future Changes: If we begin using third-party cookies in the future (such as analytics cookies from Google Analytics or other service providers), we will:

    • Update this Cookie Policy to disclose such cookies
    • Provide you with the ability to opt-out of non-essential third-party cookies through our Cookie Banner
    • Clearly identify which cookies are first-party and which are third-party

    5. Cookie Management

    You have several options for managing cookies:

    5.1 Cookie Banner

    When you first visit our Service, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your choice is stored in your browser's local storage (not a cookie) and will be remembered for future visits.

    Note: Essential cookies (such as authentication cookies) are always active and cannot be disabled, as they are necessary for the Service to function.

    Changing Your Cookie Preferences: You can clear your cookie preferences by clearing your browser's local storage. This will cause the cookie banner to appear again on your next visit, allowing you to make a new choice.

    5.2 Browser Settings

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

    • Block all cookies
    • Block only third-party cookies
    • Delete existing cookies
    • Set your browser to notify you when cookies are being set

    How to Manage Cookies in Popular Browsers:

    • Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
    • Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
    • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
    • Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

    Important Note: If you block or delete essential cookies (such as authentication cookies), you may not be able to access certain features of the Service or may be logged out of your account.

    5.3 Managing Specific Cookies

    You can manage individual cookies through your browser's developer tools or privacy settings. However, we recommend using the Cookie Banner or browser-wide settings for a better user experience.

    6. Cookie Retention

    Different cookies have different retention periods:

    6.1 Session Cookies

    Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. Our authentication cookies may be session cookies or have a limited expiration period (typically 1 hour to 1 week).

    6.2 Persistent Cookies

    Persistent cookies remain on your device for a specified period:

    • Theme Cookie: 1 year (365 days)

    Persistent cookies are automatically deleted when they expire, or you can delete them manually through your browser settings.

    7. Your Choices

    You have the following choices regarding cookies:

    • Accept All Cookies: You can accept all cookies through our Cookie Banner. This will enable all functional cookies.
    • Reject Non-Essential Cookies: You can reject non-essential cookies through our Cookie Banner. Essential cookies will still be active as they are necessary for the Service to function.
    • Manage Through Browser: You can manage cookies through your browser settings at any time.
    • Delete Cookies: You can delete existing cookies through your browser settings. Note that deleting cookies may log you out of the Service or reset your preferences.

    Impact of Disabling Cookies:

    • Essential Cookies: If you disable essential cookies, you will not be able to use the Service, as these cookies are required for authentication and core functionality.
    • Functional Cookies: If you disable functional cookies, the Service will still work, but you may lose certain preferences (such as your theme choice) and may need to reconfigure settings on each visit.

    8. Future Changes

    We may update our use of cookies from time to time. If we make significant changes to our cookie practices, we will:

    • Update this Cookie Policy
    • Notify you through the Cookie Banner or a prominent notice on the Service
    • Update the "Last Updated" date at the bottom of this page

    We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices.

    Note: We currently do not have plans to add third-party analytics or advertising cookies. If we decide to add such cookies in the future, we will update this policy and provide you with clear opt-out options.

    9. More Information

    For more information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, please see our Privacy Policy.

    For information about our terms of service, please see our Terms of Service.

    10. Contact Us

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

    • Company Name: [TODO: Company Name]
    • Email: [TODO: Contact Email, e.g., privacy@jdwatch.com]
    • Address: [TODO: Company Address]

    Last Updated: [TODO: Date, e.g., January 1, 2025]

    Effective Date: [TODO: Date, e.g., January 1, 2025]