Last updated: 27 February 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function correctly, improve user experience, and provide information to site operators.
2. How MerchDash Uses Cookies
The MerchDash analytics dashboard ("Service") uses essential cookies only. We do not use advertising, tracking, or analytics cookies. We do not use cookies to track you across other websites.
3. Cookies We Use
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
sb-*-auth-token | Authentication session — keeps you signed in securely. Managed by Supabase Auth. | Session / 7 days | Essential |
csrf-token | CSRF protection — prevents cross-site request forgery attacks on form submissions. | Session | Essential |
theme | Stores your light/dark mode preference so it persists between visits. | 1 year | Essential |
locale | Stores your language preference. | 1 year | Essential |
4. Why We Only Use Essential Cookies
We believe in minimal data collection. Our essential cookies are strictly necessary for the Service to function — they handle authentication, security, and basic preferences. Because these cookies are essential, the Service cannot function properly without them.
5. Third-Party Cookies
We do not embed third-party tracking scripts, social media widgets, or advertising networks that would set their own cookies. Our hosting providers (Vercel, Supabase) may set technical cookies necessary for infrastructure operation.
6. Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. However, if you block essential cookies, you will not be able to sign in or use the Service. Instructions for managing cookies in common browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox:Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions
7. Changes to This Policy
If we ever introduce non-essential cookies (e.g., analytics), we will update this policy and implement a cookie consent mechanism before doing so.
8. Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at support@merchdash.io.