Cookie Policy

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your actions and preferences so you don't have to re-enter them each time you visit.

We also use similar technologies such as local storage to store small amounts of data on your device.

2. Cookies we use

2.1 Essential cookies

These are required for the site to function. You cannot opt out of them.

• Authentication — Clerk sets cookies to keep you signed in and manage your session securely.
• Payment processing — Stripe sets cookies when you make or receive payments to prevent fraud and complete transactions.
• Preferences — We store UI preferences (e.g. sidebar collapsed state) in local storage.

2.2 Analytics cookies

These help us understand how visitors use ReserveSpot so we can improve the product.

• Vercel Analytics — Collects anonymous, aggregated usage data. No personally identifiable information is stored.

3. Third-party cookies

Some cookies are placed by services we rely on. These third parties have their own privacy policies:

• Clerk (authentication) — Privacy Policy
• Stripe (payments) — Privacy Policy
• Vercel (hosting & analytics) — Privacy Policy

4. Managing cookies

Most browsers let you block or delete cookies through their settings. However, blocking essential cookies will prevent ReserveSpot from functioning properly — you won't be able to sign in or make payments.

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through the cookie banner or your browser settings.

5. Changes to this policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.