Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Square One Rentals uses browser storage and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. While we don't use traditional HTTP cookies, we do use browser storage mechanisms that serve similar purposes.

2. What Are Cookies and Browser Storage?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by websites. Browser storage (localStorage, sessionStorage) is a modern web technology that stores data directly in your browser.

We primarily use localStorage to store information that improves your experience on our platform.

3. Types of Data Storage We Use

3.1 Essential Storage (Always Active)

These are necessary for the website to function properly:

• Authentication Tokens: Keep you logged in during your session
• Session Management: Track your active browsing session
• Security Features: Prevent fraud and ensure account security
• Payment Session Data: Store payment processing information temporarily

3.2 Functional Storage (Optional)

These enhance your experience but are not essential:

• Survey Progress: Save your responses while completing surveys
• User Preferences: Remember your notification settings and preferences
• Onboarding Status: Track whether you've completed the signup process
• Form Data: Temporarily save form inputs to prevent data loss

3.3 Analytics and Performance

We do not currently use analytics cookies or tracking technologies. We may implement these in the future to improve our services.

4. How We Use Browser Storage

4.1 localStorage Usage

4.2 Session Management

We use NextAuth.js for secure session management, which stores authentication tokens to keep you logged in and maintain your account security.

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may set their own cookies or storage:

• Stripe: Payment processing (may set cookies for fraud prevention)
• NextAuth: Authentication (uses secure session storage)
• SendGrid: Email delivery (no cookies, server-side only)
• MongoDB: Database (no cookies, server-side only)

6. Managing Your Storage

6.1 Browser Controls

You can control browser storage through your browser settings:

• Clear Browser Data: Remove all stored data for our site
• Private/Incognito Mode: Browse without storing data
• Browser Extensions: Use privacy extensions to manage storage

6.2 Account Controls

Through your account settings, you can:

• Update your notification preferences
• Clear your survey progress
• Log out to clear session data
• Delete your account to remove all stored data

7. Data Retention

• Session Data: Cleared when you log out or close your browser
• Survey Progress: Stored until you complete or clear the survey
• User Preferences: Stored until you change them or clear browser data
• Payment Sessions: Stored temporarily during payment processing

8. Your Rights

Under applicable privacy laws, you have the right to:

• Access information about what data we store
• Request deletion of your stored data
• Opt out of non-essential storage
• Control how your data is used

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy as our practices change or as required by law. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page.

10. Contact Us

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