1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences and improve your experience. We also use similar technologies such as local storage and session storage.
2. How We Use Cookies
CurbSofa uses cookies and local storage for the following purposes:
| Category | Purpose | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Required for the app to function. Cannot be disabled. | Supabase authentication session (localStorage) |
| Analytics | Help us understand how visitors use CurbSofa. | Google Analytics (_ga, _gid) |
| Advertising | Used to show relevant ads via Google AdSense. | Google AdSense cookies |
3. Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are strictly necessary to provide you with the CurbSofa service. They cannot be disabled:
- Supabase Auth Session – Stored in
localStorageunder the keysb-[project]-auth-token. Keeps you logged in between sessions.
4. Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use CurbSofa. This data is aggregated and does not identify you personally.
- _ga – Distinguishes users. Expires in 2 years.
- _gid – Distinguishes users. Expires in 24 hours.
- _gat – Throttles request rate. Expires in 1 minute.
You can opt out via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
5. Advertising Cookies (Google AdSense)
CurbSofa displays ads through Google AdSense. Google may use cookies to show relevant ads based on your browsing activity. To opt out of personalized advertising, visit Google Ad Settings.
6. Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies will prevent sign-in:
7. Your Rights (CCPA / GDPR)
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your data:
- California (CCPA) – Right to know what data is collected, opt out of its sale, and request deletion.
- European Union (GDPR) – Right to access, correct, delete your personal data, and object to its processing.
To exercise these rights, contact us at legal@curbsofa.com.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes take effect when posted on this page.
9. Contact Us
Questions about this Cookie Policy? Email legal@curbsofa.com.