Cookie Policy
Learn how YayOrNay uses cookies and similar technologies across our platforms to enhance your experience.
Last updated: October 21, 2025
🍪 Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time. We respect your privacy choices.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites or use applications. They help us provide a better user experience across YayOrNay platforms:
- Web Application: Browser cookies at app.yayornay.us
- Marketing Site: Analytics cookies at yayornay.us
- Browser Extensions: Local storage for Chrome and Safari extensions
- Mobile Apps: Device identifiers and app analytics
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for our service to function properly and cannot be disabled.
- Authentication: Keep you logged in across sessions
- Security: Protect against fraud and abuse
- Preferences: Remember your app settings and language
- Session Management: Maintain your activity during visits
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how you use YayOrNay and improve our service.
- Usage Analytics: Track feature usage and app performance
- Error Reporting: Identify and fix technical issues
- A/B Testing: Test new features and improvements
- Performance Monitoring: Optimize app speed and reliability
Privacy-First: All analytics data is anonymized and cannot be used to identify you personally.
Marketing Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us show you relevant content and measure marketing effectiveness.
- Campaign Tracking: Measure effectiveness of marketing campaigns
- Social Media: Enable sharing features and social login
- Personalization: Customize content based on your interests
- Retargeting: Show relevant ads on other platforms (if enabled)
3. Platform-Specific Cookie Usage
💻 Web Application
- • Session cookies for authentication
- • Local storage for app preferences
- • Analytics for performance monitoring
- • Social login integration cookies
🌐 Marketing Site
- • Google Analytics for visitor insights
- • Conversion tracking pixels
- • A/B testing cookies
- • Social media integration
🔗 Browser Extensions
- • Local storage for extension settings
- • Sync data with main app
- • Usage analytics (anonymous)
- • Permission-based data access
📱 Mobile Apps
- • Device identifiers for analytics
- • App usage and crash reporting
- • Push notification tokens
- • Local data storage
4. Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies:
| Service | Purpose | Data Retention | Opt-Out |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Website analytics | 26 months | Cookie settings |
| PostHog | Product analytics | 12 months | Cookie settings |
| Vercel Analytics | Performance monitoring | 30 days | Automatic opt-out |
| Supabase | Authentication & data | Session-based | Essential cookies |
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
YayOrNay Cookie Settings
You can control cookie preferences directly in YayOrNay:
- Click "Manage Cookie Settings" button above
- Visit Settings > Privacy in the app
- Adjust preferences for each cookie category
- Changes apply across all YayOrNay platforms
Browser Settings
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect YayOrNay functionality, including login and data synchronization.
6. Data Retention and Security
Retention Periods
- Essential Cookies: Session-based or until logout
- Analytics Cookies: 12-26 months maximum
- Marketing Cookies: Up to 2 years
- Local Storage: Until manually cleared or app uninstalled
Security Measures
- Encrypted transmission of cookie data
- Secure cookie flags on sensitive data
- Regular security audits of third-party services
- Minimal data collection principle
7. International Compliance
Our cookie practices comply with international privacy regulations:
- GDPR (EU): Lawful basis for processing and consent management
- CCPA (California): Do Not Sell My Personal Information rights
- ePrivacy Directive: Cookie consent and notification requirements
- PIPEDA (Canada): Privacy protection and consent standards
8. Contact Us About Cookies
If you have questions about our cookie policy or practices:
Email: privacy@yayornay.us
Support: Visit our support page
Privacy Policy: Full privacy information
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