Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how SocialGryd Limited ("SocialGryd", "we", "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on the SocialGryd website (socialgryd.com). This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by a website. They are widely used to make websites work, improve user experience, and provide information to site operators. Similar technologies include local storage, session storage, and pixel tags (tracking pixels).
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
2a. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as logging in, setting privacy preferences, or filling in forms.
| Cookie / Technology | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firebase Auth tokens | Authentication and session management | Session / persistent | Google Firebase |
| Cookie consent preference | Remembering your cookie choices | 12 months | SocialGryd |
| CSRF / security tokens | Preventing cross-site request forgery | Session | SocialGryd |
These cookies are set without requiring your consent as they are necessary for the website to operate. Legal basis: legitimate interests (GDPR Art 6(1)(f)) and ePrivacy Directive Art 5(3) exemption for strictly necessary cookies.
2b. Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information. All data is aggregated and anonymous where possible.
| Cookie / Technology | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firebase Analytics (web) | Page views, feature usage, and interaction tracking | Up to 24 months | Google Firebase |
For users in the EU, EEA, and UK, analytics cookies are only set after you provide affirmative consent (opt-in) via our cookie banner. Legal basis: consent (GDPR Art 6(1)(a)).
2c. Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences.
| Cookie / Technology | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local storage preferences | Remembering UI preferences and settings | Persistent | SocialGryd |
3. Mobile App
The SocialGryd mobile app does not use traditional browser cookies. Instead, it uses:
- Firebase Analytics SDK: collects usage data including screen views, feature interactions, and custom events. On Android, this may access your Google Advertising ID for measurement purposes. You can reset or opt out of personalised advertising through your device settings. See our Privacy Policy Section 6b for full details.
- SharedPreferences / local storage: stores cached profile data, preferences, and session information locally on your device. See our Privacy Policy Section 2h-i for details of what is stored.
- Firebase App Check: device attestation for fraud prevention.
4. Third-Party Cookies
We do not use third-party advertising cookies. We do not allow third-party advertising networks to place cookies on our website. The only third-party cookies that may be set are from Google Firebase for authentication and analytics (as described above).
5. Email Tracking Technologies
Service and promotional emails sent by SocialGryd may include tracking pixels (small, invisible images) provided by our email service provider (Resend). These allow us to measure whether an email was delivered, opened, or bounced. You can prevent email open tracking by disabling image loading in your email client. See our Privacy Policy Section 6d for full details.
6. Your Choices
6a. Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the site, which will trigger the banner again.
6b. Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- Block all cookies (this may prevent the website from functioning properly)
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- View and selectively delete individual cookies
6c. Mobile Device Settings
On your mobile device, you can control tracking and advertising identifiers through:
- iOS: Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking (disable "Allow Apps to Request to Track")
- Android: Settings > Privacy > Ads (opt out of ads personalisation or reset your advertising ID)
6d. Global Privacy Control (GPC)
We honour Global Privacy Control signals. If your browser sends a GPC signal, we treat it as a request to opt out of non-essential tracking on our website.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Material changes will be communicated through our website.
8. Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us at privacy@socialgryd.com.
SocialGryd Limited, Narva mnt 5, Kesklinna linnaosa, Tallinn, Harju maakond 10117, Estonia.