What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website or use an app. They help us to:
- Remember your preferences and keep you logged in
- Understand how you use our services so we can improve them
- Keep your account secure
- Measure and analyse feature usage (with your consent)
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These can be stored without your consent and are essential for:
- Authentication, login, and session management
- Account security and fraud prevention
- Storing your cookie consent preferences
Examples: Session ID, security token, CSRF token
Cookie Details
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Expires |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Session | Maintain user session | End of session |
| auth_token | Authentication | Keep user logged in | 30 days |
| csrf_token | Security | Prevent cross-site attacks | End of session |
| user_preferences | Preference | Store layout / theme choices | 1 year |
| analytics_id | Analytics | Track feature usage (anonymous) | 2 years |
| performance_data | Performance | Monitor app speed / errors | 30 days |
Third-Party Cookies
We use trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies:
| Service | Purpose | Cookies Set |
|---|---|---|
| Netlify | Hosting and deployment | Performance, analytics |
| Supabase | Database and authentication | Session, security |
| Error tracking (optional) | Monitor app errors | Analytics |
These third parties have their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing them.
What Our Cookies Contain
๐ซ Our cookies do NOT contain
- Resident data (names, photos, health info)
- Sensitive personal information
- Financial or payment data
โ Our cookies MAY contain
- Your user ID (for authentication)
- Session tokens
- Your user preferences
- Anonymous analytics data
How to Manage Cookies
Browser Settings
- Chrome: Settings โ Privacy and security โ Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options โ Privacy & Security โ Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences โ Privacy โ Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings โ Privacy, search, and services โ Clear browsing data
App Settings
You can update your cookie preferences at any time by logging into your account and going to Settings โ Privacy โ Cookie Preferences. Alternatively, contact us at dpo@happyday.care.
Legal Basis
We use cookies in accordance with UK GDPR and PECR (Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations):
- Strictly necessary cookies: No consent required (PECR exception)
- Optional cookies: Your explicit consent required (GDPR Article 7)
Questions about this Cookie Policy?
Email: dpo@happyday.care
Address: MAAP Limited, Unit 5, 4 Winifred Place, London, England N12 8FE
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Please review periodically for changes.