Cookie Policy

# Cookie Policy HalfBuilt ("HalfBuilt", "we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies to provide, secure and improve our platform. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them and the choices you have regarding their use. --- ## 1. What Are Cookies? Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your login status and preferences, making your experience faster and more convenient. We may also use similar technologies such as local storage, session storage and security tokens where appropriate. --- ## 2. Types of Cookies We Use ### Essential Cookies These cookies are necessary for HalfBuilt to function properly and cannot be disabled through the platform. They are used for: - Account authentication - Secure login sessions - Preventing unauthorized access - Security and fraud prevention - Remembering basic user preferences - Load balancing and platform functionality Without these cookies, certain features of HalfBuilt may not work. --- ### Functional Cookies These cookies improve your experience by remembering your preferences, such as: - Theme (Light/Dark Mode) - Language preferences - Recently viewed pages - Interface settings - Accessibility preferences --- ### Analytics Cookies If analytics are enabled, these cookies help us understand how people use HalfBuilt so we can improve the platform. Examples include: - Number of visitors - Popular pages - Time spent on pages - Device type - Browser information - General geographic region - Performance metrics Analytics data is generally collected in an aggregated or anonymized form whenever possible. --- ### Performance Cookies Performance cookies help us: - Improve loading speeds - Monitor server performance - Identify technical issues - Optimize the user experience --- ### Third-Party Cookies Some services integrated with HalfBuilt may place their own cookies. Depending on the features you use, these may include services such as: - Google Authentication - Google Maps - Supabase Authentication - Vercel - Analytics providers - Email service providers These third parties maintain their own privacy and cookie policies, and HalfBuilt does not control their cookies. --- ## 3. Why We Use Cookies We use cookies to: - Keep you securely signed in - Protect accounts from unauthorized access - Remember your preferences - Improve platform performance - Understand how HalfBuilt is used - Detect bugs and technical issues - Prevent fraud and abuse - Provide a smoother user experience We do **not** use cookies to sell your personal information. --- ## 4. Managing Cookies Most web browsers allow you to: - View stored cookies - Delete cookies - Block cookies - Receive notifications before cookies are stored You can manage cookie settings through your browser preferences. Please note that disabling essential cookies may prevent parts of HalfBuilt from functioning correctly, including logging in and accessing your account. --- ## 5. Third-Party Services HalfBuilt relies on trusted third-party providers to operate the platform. These providers may use cookies or similar technologies as part of their services. Examples may include: - Google (Authentication) - Supabase (Authentication and Database) - Vercel (Hosting) - Email providers - Analytics providers Your use of these services may also be subject to their respective privacy and cookie policies. --- ## 6. Cookie Retention Some cookies are deleted automatically when you close your browser (session cookies), while others remain on your device for a limited period to remember your preferences (persistent cookies). Retention periods vary depending on the purpose of the cookie. --- ## 7. Changes to This Cookie Policy We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our platform, legal requirements or the technologies we use. Material updates will be communicated through the platform where required by applicable law. Your continued use of HalfBuilt after the updated Cookie Policy becomes effective constitutes acceptance of the revised policy. --- ## 8. Contact If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us: **Support Email:** - **Website:** https://halfbuilt.org