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Cookie Policy

Last updated: 10/12/2025

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and enabling essential functionality.

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on Study Resources, maintain security, and analyze how our platform is used.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.

  • Authentication: Supabase session tokens to keep you logged in
  • Security: CSRF protection and secure session management
  • Preferences: Language settings and accessibility preferences
  • Functionality: Remember your sorting preferences and view settings

Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies help us understand how users interact with our platform.

  • Usage Analytics: Track page views, popular resources, and user flows
  • Performance: Monitor loading times and identify technical issues
  • Feature Usage: Understand which features are most valuable to users
  • Error Tracking: Identify and fix bugs and usability issues

Functional Cookies (Optional)

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your choices.

  • Theme Preferences: Remember dark/light mode selection
  • Layout Settings: Save your preferred view options
  • Filter Preferences: Remember your search and filter settings
  • Notification Settings: Store your communication preferences
3. Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies:

Supabase (Authentication & Database)

  • Manages user authentication and session security
  • Stores encrypted session tokens
  • Provides secure database connections

AI Processing Services

  • Process uploaded content for question generation
  • Temporary cookies for API authentication
  • No personal data stored in these cookies
4. Cookie Duration

Different cookies have different lifespans:

Session Cookies

Deleted when you close your browser

  • Temporary authentication tokens
  • Current session preferences
  • Security validation cookies

Persistent Cookies

Stored for specific periods or until manually deleted

  • Login Sessions: Up to 30 days (renewable)
  • User Preferences: Up to 1 year
  • Analytics Data: Up to 2 years (anonymized)
  • Performance Metrics: Up to 90 days
5. Managing Your Cookies

You have control over cookies on our platform:

Browser Settings

  • Block or delete cookies through your browser settings
  • Set preferences for third-party cookies
  • Enable "Do Not Track" requests
  • Use private/incognito browsing mode

Platform Controls

  • Sign out to clear authentication cookies
  • Reset preferences in your account settings
  • Clear stored data through your browser
  • Contact us for assistance with data deletion

Important: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality. You may experience issues with login, navigation, or other core features.

6. Your Consent

By using Study Resources, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. We may ask for specific consent for optional cookies through:

  • Cookie consent banners for new users
  • Settings pages for managing preferences
  • Clear information about each cookie type
  • Easy opt-out mechanisms where applicable
7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal compliance. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

8. Questions & Contact

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us through our Help Center. For technical issues with cookies, you can also consult your browser's help documentation.

This Cookie Policy is part of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.