Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 21, 2024
1. What is a Cookie?
A cookie is a small text file placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. It allows the site to remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language and other settings, to make your next visit easier and the site more useful.
2. Why Do We Use Cookies?
MySquad uses cookies for several reasons:
- Essential cookies: Necessary for platform operation (login, cart, security)
- Performance cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
- Functionality cookies: Remember your preferences (language, filters)
- Advertising cookies: Personalize ads based on your interests (with your consent)
3. Types of Cookies Used
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for MySquad to function. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
session | Managing your login session | Session (expires when browser closes) |
auth-token | Secure authentication via Supabase | 7 days |
csrf_token | Protection against CSRF attacks | Session |
cookie_consent | Remembering your cookie preferences | 13 months |
3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use MySquad, so we can improve our services. Your consent is required.
| Service | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics (if used) | Audience measurement, visit statistics, user journey | 13 months |
| Vercel Analytics | Performance and site usage analysis | 13 months |
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences to enhance your experience. Your consent is required.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
user_locale | Remembering your preferred language (FR/EN) | 12 months |
user_preferences | Saving your display preferences and filters | 6 months |
3.4 Third-Party Cookies
Some third-party services used by MySquad may place their own cookies:
- Stripe: Secure payment processing and fraud prevention
- Google OAuth: If you sign in via Google
These services have their own cookie policies:
4. Managing Your Preferences
4.1 Cookie Management Panel
On your first visit, a banner allows you to choose which cookies you accept. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Manage Cookies" button at the bottom of the page.
4.2 Browser Settings
You can also manage cookies directly from your browser:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
4.3 Consequences of Refusing Cookies
If you refuse non-essential cookies:
- You will still be able to use MySquad normally
- Your account and bookings will work
- Some preferences may not be remembered
- We will not be able to improve your personalized user experience
Warning: Refusing essential cookies will prevent the platform from functioning properly (especially login and bookings).
5. Cookies and Personal Data
Some cookies may contain personal data (for example, your session identifier). This data is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and the GDPR.
You have the same rights over data collected via cookies as over your other personal data (access, rectification, deletion, etc.).
6. Retention Period
In accordance with CNIL recommendations, cookies have a limited lifespan:
- Session cookies: Deleted when browser closes
- Functionality cookies: Maximum 6 to 12 months
- Analytics cookies: Maximum 13 months
- Cookie consent: Maximum 13 months (then you will be asked again)
7. Cookies and Mobile Apps
If you use MySquad via a mobile app (coming soon), similar technologies to cookies may be used (SDKs, advertising identifiers). You will be informed and can manage these settings from within the app.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. The last update date is indicated at the top of this page.
In case of substantial modification, we will notify you via a notification on the platform and ask you to renew your consent if necessary.
9. Learn More
To learn more about cookies and your rights:
10. Contact
For any questions about our use of cookies:
Email: contact@mysquad.me
Subject: "Cookie question"