Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, improve your experience, and provide analytics about how the site is used.

2. How We Use Cookies

Scoutify uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you signed in to your account
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Understand how you use our platform
• Improve our services and user experience
• Ensure security and prevent fraud
• Provide personalized content and features

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They include:

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform:

3.4 Marketing Cookies (If Applicable)

With your consent, we may use cookies for marketing purposes:

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services we use:

• Stripe: Payment processing and fraud prevention
• Google: Maps, Places API, and potentially analytics
• Supabase: Authentication and database services
• Vercel: Hosting and performance monitoring

These third parties have their own cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their policies for more information.

5. Local Storage and Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we use similar technologies:

• Local Storage: Store larger amounts of data locally for better performance
• Session Storage: Temporary storage that clears when you close your browser
• IndexedDB: Store structured data for offline functionality
• Web Beacons: Small graphics that track email opens and page views

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings:

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

6.2 Cookie Consent Manager

When you first visit Scoutify, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can adjust your preferences at any time through the cookie settings link in the footer.

6.3 Opt-Out Links

For specific analytics and advertising cookies, you can opt out:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
• Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-out
• Digital Advertising Alliance: DAA Opt-out

6.4 Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. Currently, there is no industry standard for responding to DNT signals. We do not alter our data collection practices in response to DNT signals.

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, some features may not work properly:

• You may not be able to stay logged in
• Your preferences and settings won't be saved
• Some features may be unavailable or function incorrectly
• You may see less relevant content

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the platform to function.

8. Cookie Duration

Cookies have different lifespans:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain until expiration date or manual deletion
• First-Party Cookies: Set by Scoutify
• Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last updated" date and, where appropriate, providing additional notice.

10. Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have specific rights regarding cookies:

• Right to be informed about cookies we use
• Right to consent to non-essential cookies
• Right to withdraw consent at any time
• Right to access information about cookies

We obtain your consent before using non-essential cookies and respect your choices.

11. Contact Us

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