Cookie Policy
Last updated: 10/27/2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies help websites remember your preferences and improve your experience.
This Cookie Policy explains how Haystack uses cookies and similar technologies.
How We Use Cookies
Haystack uses essential cookies only. We do not use analytics, advertising, or tracking cookies.
Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled.
- Authentication: Keep you logged in to your account
- Security: Protect against fraud and abuse
- Session management: Remember your preferences during your visit
- Cookie consent: Remember that you have acknowledged this cookie notice
Legal basis: These cookies are necessary for the performance of our contract with you (Terms of Service).
Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| sb-*-auth-token | Authentication session | Essential | Session |
| haystack_consent | Store cookie preferences | Essential | 1 year |
Note: All cookies listed above are essential. We do not use any analytics, advertising, or tracking cookies.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may set their own cookies:
- Supabase: Authentication and database services (essential cookies)
- Stripe: Payment processing (essential cookies during checkout)
- Vercel: Website hosting (essential cookies for performance)
These services may set cookies according to their own privacy policies:
- Supabase Privacy Policy: supabase.com/privacy
- Stripe Privacy Policy: stripe.com/privacy
- Vercel Privacy Policy: vercel.com/legal/privacy-policy
Managing Cookies
Since we only use essential cookies that are necessary for the website to function, there are no optional cookies to disable. However, you can still control cookies through your browser settings if needed.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Important: Blocking essential cookies will prevent you from logging in and using Haystack.
Do Not Track Signals
We do not track users across websites or collect analytics data. Since we only use essential cookies necessary for the website to function, "Do Not Track" signals are not applicable to our service.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our website.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us:
Email: privacy@haystackapp.com