Cookie Policy
Last updated: November 28, 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how SyncMySalon ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and Service. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
By using our Service, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently 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). We use both types of cookies.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Service to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies.
Examples:
- Authentication cookies: Remember your login session
- Security cookies: Protect against fraud and unauthorized access
- Load balancing cookies: Distribute traffic across servers
- Session cookies: Maintain your session while using the Service
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance functionality and personalization. They remember your preferences and choices to provide a more personalized experience.
Examples:
- Language preferences: Remember your selected language
- Theme preferences: Remember dark/light mode settings
- Dashboard preferences: Remember your layout and view settings
- Cookie consent: Remember your cookie preferences
3.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Service by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the Service.
Examples:
- Google Analytics: Tracks page views, user behavior, and traffic sources
- Performance monitoring: Tracks errors and performance metrics
- Usage statistics: Helps us understand feature adoption
3.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness. They may be set by us or by third-party advertising partners.
Examples:
- Conversion tracking: Track conversions from marketing campaigns
- Retargeting: Show relevant ads to previous visitors
- Social media pixels: Track interactions with social media content
Note: We currently do not use marketing cookies, but may do so in the future with your consent.
4. Specific Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| auth-token | Maintains your authentication session | Strictly Necessary | Session |
| cookie-consent | Stores your cookie preferences | Functional | 1 year |
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | Analytics | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - throttles request rate | Analytics | 1 minute |
* This list may be updated as we add new features or integrate additional services.
5. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics, deliver advertisements, and provide enhanced functionality. These third parties may set their own cookies or similar technologies.
5.1 Third-Party Services
- Google Analytics: Web analytics service (see Google's Privacy Policy)
- Stripe: Payment processing (see Stripe's Privacy Policy)
- Supabase: Database and authentication services (see Supabase's Privacy Policy)
- OpenAI: AI service provider (see OpenAI's Privacy Policy)
These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities across different websites. We do not control these third-party cookies.
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
6.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Service, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences. Your choices will be saved and remembered for future visits.
6.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete existing cookies
- Set your browser to notify you when cookies are set
However, blocking cookies may impact your ability to use certain features of the Service. Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for the Service to function.
6.3 Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
6.4 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of certain third-party cookies using the following tools:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
- Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-out
- Digital Advertising Alliance: DAA Opt-out
7. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. As a result, we do not currently respond to DNT browser signals.
8. EU Cookie Law Compliance
If you are located in the European Union, we comply with the ePrivacy Directive (Cookie Law) and GDPR requirements regarding cookies. This means:
- We obtain your consent before setting non-essential cookies
- We provide clear information about the cookies we use
- You can withdraw your consent at any time
- We only set strictly necessary cookies without consent
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on this page
- Updating the "Last updated" date
- Displaying a notice in the Service (for significant changes)
Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Email: marleyalmere@gmail.com