Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies (and Similar Technologies)?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. We also use similar technologies such as localStorage and sessionStorage (together referred to in this policy as “Cookies”) to ensure the Service functions correctly, keep you signed in, and remember basic preferences.

2. How We Use Cookies

The Service uses essential cookies and storage only. We do not use marketing or advertising cookies, and we do not track users across websites.

• Essential cookies / storage — strictly necessary for the Service to operate (for example, authentication and session handling, security measures, and load balancing).
• Preferences — remember basic choices such as dark mode or interface settings, typically stored via localStorage.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We do not place third-party marketing or analytics cookies on your device. Certain third-party services may set cookies on their own domains when you interact with them as part of using the Service:

• Stripe (payments): When you complete a payment or interact with Stripe checkout components, Stripe may set cookies on its own domains. These cookies are governed by Stripe’s policies. Stripe Privacy Policy
• Google (authentication): Google OAuth authentication occurs via Google-controlled domains. Any cookies set in this context are governed by Google’s policies and are not controlled by us. Google Privacy Policy

4. Consent (EEA/UK and Similar Regions)

Because we use only essential cookies and storage that are strictly necessary to provide the Service, cookie consent is generally not required under applicable laws in the EEA/UK. Essential cookies are always active, as the Service cannot function without them.

5. Managing Cookies & Local Storage

You can control cookies and storage through your browser settings, for example by:

• Blocking or deleting cookies in your browser settings (see help pages for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, etc.).
• Using private or incognito mode to limit persistent storage.
• Clearing site data (cookies, localStorage, sessionStorage) via your browser’s “Clear browsing data” options.
• Using browsers that support Global Privacy Control (GPC). Where applicable, we treat GPC as an opt-out signal for non-essential processing.

Note: Disabling essential cookies or storage may prevent you from signing in or using key features of the Service.

6. Retention

Cookie and storage lifetimes vary by purpose. Session-related cookies and storage typically expire when you close your browser. Preference storage (such as UI settings) may persist until you change your settings or clear your browser data. We aim to keep all retention periods proportionate to their purpose.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. If changes are material, we may provide additional notice where required by law.

8. Contact

Questions about this Cookie Policy? Contact: support@nichestats.com