1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners useful information about how their site is being used.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies ThingsFor.Me uses, why we use them, and how you can control them. We are committed to being transparent about the technologies we use and to respecting your privacy.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
ThingsFor.Me uses only essential cookies that are strictly necessary for the operation of our website. We do not use any advertising, marketing, or third-party tracking cookies.
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as logging in or filling out forms.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| __session | Maintains your login session and authentication state across pages | Session (expires when browser closes) |
| csrf-token | Protects against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks for your security | Session (expires when browser closes) |
Legal Basis: These cookies are exempt from consent requirements under GDPR Article 6(1)(f) because they are strictly necessary to provide the service you have requested.
2.2 What We Do NOT Use
ThingsFor.Me is committed to your privacy. We do not use:
- Advertising cookies - We do not serve ads or use ad tracking
- Third-party tracking pixels - No Facebook Pixel, Google Analytics, or similar tracking
- Cross-site tracking cookies - We do not track you across other websites
- Marketing cookies - We do not use cookies to build advertising profiles
- Social media tracking - No embedded trackers from social platforms
3. Our Analytics Approach
We use Plausible Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Plausible is a privacy-focused analytics platform that is fundamentally different from traditional analytics:
3.1 How Plausible Works
- Cookieless by design: Plausible does not use cookies at all, meaning no consent is required
- No personal data collected: It does not collect or store any personally identifiable information
- No cross-site tracking: Your browsing activity is not tracked across websites
- Aggregate data only: We see only anonymous, aggregated statistics (e.g., "100 people visited the homepage today")
- EU-based servers: All data is processed within the European Union
3.2 Why We Chose Plausible
We chose Plausible because it allows us to understand website usage patterns to improve our service without compromising your privacy. It is fully GDPR, CCPA, and PECR compliant and requires no cookie consent banner.
Learn more about Plausible's privacy approach at plausible.io/privacy-focused-web-analytics.
4. How to Manage Cookies in Your Browser
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website, particularly features that require you to be logged in.
4.1 Browser-Specific Instructions
- Google Chrome: Chrome cookie settings
- Mozilla Firefox: Firefox cookie settings
- Apple Safari: Safari cookie settings
- Microsoft Edge: Edge cookie settings
4.2 What Happens If You Disable Cookies
If you disable essential cookies in your browser:
- You will need to log in again each time you visit
- Some features that require authentication may not work properly
- CSRF protection may be affected, potentially preventing form submissions
5. Third-Party Cookies
We use Supabase for authentication and database services. When you log in to ThingsFor.Me, Supabase may set cookies to manage your authentication session:
| Provider | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Supabase | Authentication session management, secure login state | Supabase Privacy Policy |
These cookies are essential for secure authentication and are covered by the same legal basis as our own essential cookies.
6. Cookie Consent Preferences
Because ThingsFor.Me uses only essential cookies that are strictly necessary for the website to function, we do not require cookie consent under GDPR Article 6(1)(f). Our approach ensures:
- No intrusive cookie banners: We do not bombard you with consent popups
- Essential cookies only: These are required for basic functionality you requested
- Full control via browser: You can still manage cookies through your browser settings
- Transparent communication: This policy clearly explains what cookies we use and why
6.1 Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are in the European Economic Area, you have the right to:
- Be informed about the cookies we use (this policy)
- Access information about data collected via cookies
- Request deletion of data (including by deleting cookies)
- Object to processing (by managing browser settings)
6.2 California Residents (CCPA)
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have the right to know what personal information is collected. Our essential cookies do not collect personal information for sale or sharing with third parties. We do not sell your data.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us:
Email: privacy@thingsfor.me
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, technical, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.