Cookie Policy

Last updated: September 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how SharpMind uses cookies and similar technologies to provide, improve, and protect our services.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how you use our platform.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the platform to function. They enable core features like authentication, security, and session management. You cannot opt out of essential cookies.

  • Authentication: Keeps you logged in securely across sessions.
  • Security: Protects against cross-site request forgery (CSRF).
  • Preferences: Stores your theme preference (dark/light mode).

Analytics Cookies

We use privacy-respecting analytics to understand how users interact with the platform. These cookies collect anonymised data and do not track you across other websites.

  • Usage patterns: Pages visited, features used, time spent.
  • Performance: Page load times, errors encountered.

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality like remembering your study preferences and interface customisations.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We minimise third-party cookies. Our infrastructure providers (Supabase for authentication, Vercel for hosting) may set cookies necessary for their services to function securely.

4. Managing Cookies

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies will prevent the platform from functioning correctly.

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions

5. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy as our use of cookies evolves. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

6. Contact

For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at privacy@sharpmind.app.