Cookie Policy
Last updated: August 4, 2025
Minimal Cookie Usage: We use only essential cookies necessary for the service to function. We do not use tracking cookies or share cookie data with third parties for advertising purposes.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and login status.
2. How We Use Cookies
Starpaste uses cookies sparingly and only for essential functionality. We believe in privacy-first design and minimize data collection wherever possible.
2.1 Current Usage (Waitlist Phase)
During the waitlist phase, we use minimal cookies for:
- Form submission protection (CSRF tokens)
- Basic security measures
- Remembering your form preferences temporarily
2.2 Future Usage (Service Launch)
When the full service launches, we will use cookies for:
- User authentication and session management
- Security and fraud prevention
- Basic functionality and user preferences
- Privacy-focused analytics (anonymized)
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled without affecting the functionality of the service.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your login session | Session (deleted when browser closes) |
| csrf_token | Protects against cross-site request forgery | Session |
| auth_remember | Remembers your login preference | 30 days (if "Remember me" is selected) |
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences and settings.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme_preference | Remembers your dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
| language_preference | Stores your language selection | 1 year |
| editor_settings | Saves your editor preferences | 1 year |
3.3 Analytics Cookies (Privacy-Focused)
We use privacy-focused analytics to understand how users interact with our service. This data is anonymized and cannot be linked to individual users.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| analytics_session | Tracks page views (anonymized) | Session |
| feature_usage | Understands which features are used (anonymized) | 7 days |
4. What We Don't Use
We explicitly do not use:
- Advertising cookies: We don't show ads or track you for advertising purposes
- Third-party tracking: No Facebook Pixel, Google Analytics, or similar tracking tools
- Cross-site tracking: Our cookies don't track you across other websites
- Behavioral profiling: We don't build profiles of your behavior for marketing
- Data selling: We never sell cookie data or any other data to third parties
5. Third-Party Cookies
We minimize the use of third-party services. Currently, we only use:
5.1 Email Service (Resend)
When you receive emails from us, Resend may set cookies for email tracking (open rates, click rates). This is limited to email functionality only.
5.2 CDN Services
We use content delivery networks (CDNs) to serve fonts and static assets. These may set minimal technical cookies for performance optimization.
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
6.1 Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
6.2 Service Settings
When the full service launches, you will be able to manage cookie preferences directly in your account settings, including:
- Disabling non-essential cookies
- Opting out of analytics cookies
- Managing functional cookie preferences
7. Cookie Consent
By using our website, you consent to the use of essential cookies. For non-essential cookies, we will ask for your explicit consent when they are introduced.
7.1 Withdrawing Consent
You can withdraw your consent at any time by:
- Changing your browser settings to block cookies
- Deleting existing cookies from your browser
- Using the cookie preferences in your account settings (when available)
- Contacting us to opt out of specific cookie types
8. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies, some functionality may be affected:
8.1 Essential Cookies
Disabling essential cookies will prevent you from:
- Logging into your account
- Maintaining your session
- Using secure features of the service
8.2 Functional Cookies
Disabling functional cookies means:
- Your preferences won't be remembered
- You'll need to reset settings each visit
- Some personalization features won't work
9. Cookie Security
We implement security measures for all cookies:
- Secure flag: Cookies are only sent over HTTPS connections
- HttpOnly flag: Prevents JavaScript access to sensitive cookies
- SameSite attribute: Protects against cross-site request forgery
- Encryption: Sensitive cookie data is encrypted
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy when we introduce new features or change our cookie usage. We will notify you of significant changes through:
- Email notifications
- Website announcements
- Updated consent requests
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: legal@we.starpaste.eu
- Subject: Cookie Policy Inquiry
12. More Information
For more information about cookies and online privacy: