Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how VerdictFlow ("we," "our," or "us") 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 VerdictFlow, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our cookie consent tool.

2. What Are Cookies?

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

Cookies can be "persistent" (remain on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser).

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and session management. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the user experience.

Note: You can opt out of analytics cookies through our cookie consent tool or your browser settings.

3.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your online activity to help us deliver more relevant advertising and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

Note: You can opt out of marketing cookies through our cookie consent tool.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. You should check the third-party websites for more information about these cookies.

Third-party services we use include:

• Google Services: Analytics, Ads, Calendar, Gmail integration
• Microsoft Services: Outlook, Calendar integration
• Stripe: Payment processing
• Supabase: Authentication and database services
• Vercel: Hosting and analytics

5. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Keep you signed in: Remember your authentication status
• Understand your preferences: Remember your settings and choices
• Improve security: Detect and prevent fraudulent activity
• Analyze usage: Understand how you use our service to improve it
• Personalize content: Show you relevant features and information
• Measure performance: Track the effectiveness of our features
• Deliver relevant ads: Show you marketing messages that may interest you

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Cookie Consent Tool

When you first visit VerdictFlow, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:

• Accept All: Allow all cookies
• Reject All: Block all non-essential cookies
• Customize: Choose which categories of cookies to allow

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer or by clearing your browser cookies.

6.2 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to:

• View and delete cookies
• Block third-party cookies
• Block cookies from specific sites
• Block all cookies
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

6.3 Opt-Out Links

You can opt out of specific third-party cookies:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Google Ads: Google Ads Settings
• Facebook: Facebook Ad Preferences
• Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-Out Tool

6.4 Do Not Track

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you don't want to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but you can use the cookie management options above to control tracking.

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable or refuse cookies, please note that some parts of VerdictFlow may become inaccessible or not function properly. Specifically:

• Authentication: You won't be able to stay logged in
• Preferences: Your settings won't be saved
• Features: Some features may not work correctly
• Experience: The site may not remember your choices

Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for the website to function.

8. Mobile Devices

If you access VerdictFlow through a mobile device, you can manage cookies through your mobile browser settings. The process varies by device and browser, but generally you can:

• Access browser settings or preferences
• Look for privacy or security settings
• Manage cookie preferences
• Clear browsing data including cookies

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our operations, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.

We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Posting a notice on our website
• Sending an email notification (for significant changes)

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

10. Contact Us

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

11. Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and online privacy, visit:

• All About Cookies
• Your Online Choices
• ICO: Cookies
• Cookie Choices