Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how PostSMore ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and use our services. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.
By continuing to use PostSMore, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences as explained below.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, improve your experience, and provide insights into how the site is used.
Types of Cookies by Duration
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They help maintain your session as you navigate through our platform.
- Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device until they expire or you delete them. They remember your preferences across multiple sessions.
Types of Cookies by Origin
- First-Party Cookies: Set by PostSMore directly to provide essential functionality and improve your experience.
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use, such as analytics providers or hosting platforms.
Cookies We Use
We use cookies for various purposes to ensure our Service functions properly and to enhance your experience.
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Service to function and cannot be disabled without severely impacting your ability to use PostSMore.
| Purpose | Description | Duration |
|---|
| Authentication | Maintains your logged-in session and verifies your identity | Session / 7 days |
| Security | Protects against unauthorized access and CSRF attacks | Session |
| Load Balancing | Distributes traffic across servers for optimal performance | Session |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance functionality and personalization but are not strictly necessary for the Service to work.
| Purpose | Description | Duration |
|---|
| User Preferences | Remembers your theme (light/dark mode), language, and display settings | 1 year |
| Content State | Saves draft content and editing state to prevent data loss | 30 days |
| Feature Tours | Tracks which onboarding tours or tips you've seen | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how users interact with our Service so we can improve it.
| Purpose | Description | Duration |
|---|
| Usage Analytics | Tracks page views, feature usage, and user flows | 90 days |
| Performance Monitoring | Measures page load times and application performance | 30 days |
| Error Tracking | Identifies technical issues and bugs for resolution | 30 days |
Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your visit to our website and may be used to display relevant advertisements or measure campaign effectiveness.
| Purpose | Description | Duration |
|---|
| Campaign Tracking | Tracks which marketing campaigns led you to our site | 90 days |
| A/B Testing | Tests different versions of features or pages | 30 days |
Third-Party Cookies
We use several third-party services that may set their own cookies when you use our Service:
Vercel Analytics
- Purpose: Web analytics and performance monitoring
- Provider: Vercel Inc.
- Privacy Policy: Vercel Privacy Policy
- Data Collected: Page views, referrer, device type, geolocation (country-level)
Supabase
- Purpose: Authentication and session management
- Provider: Supabase Inc.
- Privacy Policy: Supabase Privacy Policy
- Data Collected: Session tokens, authentication state
Social Media Platforms
When you connect social media accounts or use social features, those platforms may set cookies:
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options to control or limit how cookies are used:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete existing cookies
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
- Receive notifications when cookies are set
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Opt-Out Links
You can opt out of certain third-party cookies:
- Vercel Analytics: Privacy-focused by default, no personal data collected
- Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-Out
- Digital Advertising Alliance: DAA Opt-Out
Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. We honor DNT signals for analytics cookies where technically feasible.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you can use PostSMore with cookies disabled, some functionality may be affected:
If You Block Essential Cookies
- You will not be able to log in or maintain a session
- Security features may not function properly
- The Service may not work as intended
If You Block Functional Cookies
- Your preferences (theme, language) will not be saved
- You may lose draft content when closing the browser
- Onboarding tours may repeat on each visit
If You Block Analytics Cookies
- We won't be able to improve the Service based on your usage patterns
- Performance issues may take longer to identify and fix
- Feature development may not align with user needs
If You Block Marketing Cookies
- You may see less relevant advertisements (if we implement advertising)
- We won't know which marketing campaigns are most effective
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, new cookies we use, or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
- Posting a notice on our website or within the Service
- Sending an email notification for material changes
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.