Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use Vengl.

2. How We Use Cookies

Vengl uses only essential cookies that are necessary for the service to function. We do not use any analytics, marketing, or tracking cookies.

Essential Cookies Only

These cookies are necessary for Vengl to function properly. They enable core features such as:

• Authentication: Keeping you logged in as you navigate between pages
• Security: Protecting your account and preventing fraudulent activity
• Session Management: Remembering your actions during a session

Duration: Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent authentication cookies last up to 30 days.

No consent required: Since we only use essential cookies necessary for the service to function, no cookie consent banner is required or displayed.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We work with trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies:

• Supabase: For authentication and database services (essential)
• Stripe: For payment processing (only on payment pages)
• Vercel: For hosting and performance optimization

These services have their own privacy policies that govern their use of cookies.

4. Your Cookie Choices

Since Vengl only uses essential cookies, your options are limited but straightforward:

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• View what cookies are stored on your device
• Delete specific cookies or all cookies
• Block all cookies (warning: this will prevent you from logging into Vengl)

Important: Blocking essential cookies will make it impossible to use Vengl, as you won't be able to stay logged in.

5. Specific Cookie Information

Here are the main cookies we use:

6. Cookies and Platform Connections

When you connect platforms like Spotify, Reddit, or Steam to your Vengl account:

• These platforms may set their own cookies during the OAuth authentication process
• We don't control these third-party cookies
• Once connected, we store authentication tokens securely in our database, not in cookies
• You can disconnect platforms at any time from your profile settings

7. Mobile App Considerations

If you use Vengl through our mobile app (when available):

• We use similar technologies like local storage instead of cookies
• Authentication tokens are stored securely in the device's keychain (iOS) or keystore (Android)
• Analytics and preferences work similarly to the web version
• You can manage app permissions through your device settings

8. Impact of Blocking Cookies

If you choose to block all cookies, you may experience:

• Inability to stay logged in between sessions
• Need to re-enter preferences each visit
• Some features may not work properly
• Reduced personalization of the service

Essential cookies are required for Vengl to function. Without them, you won't be able to use the service.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. When we make changes:

• We'll update the "Last updated" date at the top
• For significant changes, we'll notify you via email or in-app notification
• We'll ask for renewed consent if required by law

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: