Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 2024
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience. Cookies can be "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" cookies (remain until they expire or you delete them).
2. How We Use Cookies
StrideMind uses cookies for the following purposes:
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and session management. You cannot opt out of these cookies.
2.2 Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences, such as your cookie consent choice and theme settings (light/dark mode).
2.3 Third-Party Cookies
We use third-party services that may set their own cookies, including Google OAuth for authentication and ConvertKit for email subscriptions.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| better-auth.session_token | Maintains your authentication session | Session | Essential |
| cookie-consent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 1 year | Essential |
| Google OAuth cookies | Required for Google sign-in authentication | Varies | Essential |
4. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Cookie Consent Banner: When you first visit our site, you can accept or decline non-essential cookies through our consent banner.
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or delete existing cookies. Check your browser's help documentation for instructions.
- Note: Blocking essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of StrideMind, including signing in to your account.
5. Third-Party Cookies
The following third-party services may set cookies when you use StrideMind:
- Google: Used for authentication via Google OAuth. See Google's Privacy Policy.
- ConvertKit: Used for email subscription management. See ConvertKit's Privacy Policy.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at privacy@stridemind.app.