Cookie Policy
Last updated: 12/20/2025
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
2. How We Use Cookies
MiskMap uses cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly, including maintaining your login session and remembering your preferences
- Authentication: Managed by Clerk to keep you securely logged in across sessions
- Theme Preference: Remembering your light/dark mode selection
- Session Management: Tracking your session state and maintaining continuity as you navigate the site
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and accessibility. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
- Clerk session cookies (authentication)
- Convex session tokens (database access)
- CSRF protection tokens
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your theme preference (light/dark mode). They are not strictly necessary but improve your user experience.
- Theme preference (light/dark mode)
- Language preferences
4. Third-Party Cookies
MiskMap integrates with third-party services that may set their own cookies:
- Clerk: Authentication cookies to manage your login session
- Paddle: Payment processing cookies during checkout (only when you make a purchase)
These third parties have their own cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their policies for more information.
5. Cookies We Do NOT Use
To respect your privacy, MiskMap does NOT use:
- Advertising or marketing cookies
- Third-party tracking cookies
- Analytics cookies (we do not track your behavior across sites)
- Social media cookies
6. Cookie Duration
Cookies may be session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (remain on your device for a set period):
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Typically expire after 30-90 days but may vary depending on the cookie's purpose
7. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all third-party cookies
- Clear all cookies when you close your browser
Please note: Disabling essential cookies will prevent MiskMap from functioning properly. You may not be able to access certain features or stay logged in.
8. Browser-Specific Instructions
Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
9. Changes to Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at support@miskmap.app