Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, authenticate your session, and improve your browsing experience. This Cookie Policy explains how Truessay uses cookies and similar technologies.

2. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Authentication: Keep you logged in and maintain your session
• Security: Protect against unauthorized access and CSRF attacks
• Preferences: Remember your language, theme, and settings
• Analytics: Understand how users interact with the Service
• Performance: Monitor and improve Service performance

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies (Required)

These cookies are essential for the Service to function. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

3.2 Functional Cookies (Optional)

These cookies enhance functionality and personalization. You can opt out via browser settings.

3.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies help us understand how users interact with the Service. You can opt out via browser settings or by disabling analytics.

3.4 Third-Party Cookies

When you use third-party services integrated with Truessay, they may set their own cookies:

• Google OAuth: Authentication cookies set by accounts.google.com
• Stripe: Payment processing cookies set by stripe.com

These cookies are governed by the respective third-party privacy policies. We do not control these cookies.

4. How to Manage Cookies

4.1 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to manage cookie preferences. You can:

• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies only
• Delete cookies after each session
• View and delete existing cookies

How to access cookie settings:

• 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 → Manage and delete cookies

4.2 Impact of Blocking Cookies

Important: If you block or delete strictly necessary cookies, the Service may not function properly. You may experience:

• Inability to log in or maintain sessions
• Loss of preferences and settings
• Reduced functionality and features

5. Local Storage and Session Storage

In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage and session storage to:

• projects_list: Store your essay projects locally for offline access
• project_[id]: Cache individual project data
• user_preferences: Store UI preferences and settings

This data is stored only on your device and is not transmitted to our servers unless you explicitly save or sync projects.

6. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals websites you visit that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry-wide standard for responding to DNT signals. We do not respond to DNT signals, but we minimize tracking and do not use third-party advertising cookies.

7. GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Consent: We only use non-essential cookies with your consent (implied by continued use)
• Access: Request information about what cookies we use
• Withdraw Consent: Delete cookies via browser settings at any time
• Object: Object to cookie-based processing

For cookie-related GDPR requests, contact: privacy@truessay.com

8. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

9. Contact Us

For questions about cookies or this Cookie Policy, contact us at: