Cookie Policy

Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device. Think of them like sticky notes your browser keeps to remember things — whether you're logged in, what theme you prefer, that sort of thing.

There are two main types: session cookies disappear when you close your browser, while persistent cookies stick around until they expire or you delete them.

We use as few cookies as possible. No tracking cookies, no advertising cookies, no third-party marketing pixels. We don't sell your data, and we don't let advertisers follow you around the internet using our site.

The cookies we do use are either essential (the app literally won't work without them) or help us understand how people use Namora so we can make it better.

These keep the app working. We can't ask for consent because without them, there's no app to consent to using.

Can you disable these? Technically yes, via your browser settings. But if you do, you won't be able to log in or stay logged in. We don't recommend it.

These remember your settings so you don't have to set them every time.

Can you disable these? Yes. The app will still work, but it'll forget your preferences and default to system settings each time.

We use Plausible Analytics, a privacy-focused analytics service. Here's what makes it different:

• No cookies. Plausible doesn't use cookies at all. Zero. None.
• No personal data. They don't collect IP addresses, device fingerprints, or anything that could identify you.
• No tracking across sites. Your visit to Namora stays on Namora.
• EU-based. Hosted in the EU, fully GDPR compliant.

We chose Plausible specifically because it lets us understand how people use Namora without compromising your privacy. We see aggregate data — "X people visited this page" — not individual tracking.

Because Plausible doesn't use cookies or collect personal data, we don't need to ask for your consent under GDPR or show you an annoying cookie banner. Win-win.

To be completely clear, we don't use:

• Google Analytics — sends your data to Google, requires cookie consent
• Facebook Pixel — tracks you across the internet for ad targeting
• Marketing or advertising cookies — we don't run ads, so we don't need them
• Third-party tracking scripts — no Hotjar, no FullStory, no session recording
• Social media widgets — no Facebook Like buttons or Twitter embeds that track you

Some of our service providers may set their own cookies. Here's who:

• Google — when you sign in with Google OAuth, Google may set cookies to manage the authentication. These are essential for sign-in to work. Google's cookie policy
• Vercel — our hosting provider may set performance-related cookies. Vercel's privacy policy

We've minimized third-party cookies as much as possible. We don't embed content from social networks, ad networks, or other services that would set tracking cookies.

You're in control. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies

You can delete all cookies, block specific sites, or set your browser to ask before accepting cookies. Just remember: blocking our essential cookies means you won't be able to log in.

Some browsers let you send a "Do Not Track" signal to websites. Here's our stance: we don't track you in the first place. We don't use tracking cookies, we don't build profiles, we don't follow you around.

We also honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals where applicable, though since we don't sell or share personal information, there's nothing to opt out of.

Under CCPA, you have the right to opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of your personal information.

We don't sell or share your personal information. We don't use advertising cookies or share data with ad networks. There's nothing to opt out of because we're not doing it in the first place.

Under GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive, websites need your consent before setting non-essential cookies.

Since we only use essential cookies (for authentication) and preference cookies (for your settings), and our analytics solution doesn't use cookies at all, we don't need to show you a cookie consent banner.

If you want to exercise your rights under GDPR — like requesting access to your data or asking us to delete it — see our Privacy Policy for instructions.

If we start using new cookies or change how we use existing ones, we'll update this policy. For significant changes — like adding analytics cookies that require consent — we'll let you know through the app or by email.

Have questions about cookies or our privacy practices? Email us at support@namora.app.