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Cookie Policy

Last updated: December 26, 2024

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how VentureDeck, Inc. ("VentureDeck," "we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and use our Services. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree to the use of cookies, you should adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our Services.

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 useful information to website owners, and enhance user experience.

Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser, while session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account authentication.

CookiePurposeDuration
__clerk_*User authentication (Clerk)Session
__sessionSession managementSession
csrf_tokenSecurity - CSRF protectionSession

3.2 Functional Cookies

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

CookiePurposeDuration
theme_preferenceRemember dark/light mode1 year
localeLanguage preference1 year

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

CookiePurposeDuration
_ga, _gidGoogle Analytics - Usage tracking2 years / 24 hours
_gatGoogle Analytics - Rate limiting1 minute

3.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver advertising more relevant to you. We do not currently use marketing cookies, but may introduce them in the future with proper notice and consent mechanisms.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We use services from third parties that may set cookies on your device. These include:

  • Clerk: Authentication and user management
  • Convex: Real-time database and backend services
  • Google Analytics: Website usage analytics (if enabled)
  • Vercel: Hosting and performance monitoring

These third parties have their own privacy policies addressing how they use such information.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to:

  • Notify you when you receive a cookie
  • Block all cookies
  • Delete cookies when you close your browser
  • Block third-party cookies only

5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

5.3 Opt-Out Tools

For Google Analytics, you can opt out by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable or delete essential cookies, certain features of our Services may not function properly. For example, you may not be able to log in to your account or maintain your session. Disabling non-essential cookies will not affect the core functionality of our Services but may impact personalization and analytics features.

7. Other Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:

  • Local Storage: Similar to cookies but stored in your browser for longer periods
  • Session Storage: Temporary storage cleared when you close your browser
  • Pixel Tags/Web Beacons: Small images used to track user behavior (e.g., email open rates)

8. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. Currently, no uniform standard has been adopted for responding to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but we respect your choices regarding cookies and tracking as described in this policy.

9. Changes to This 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 post the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

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

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