Last updated: October 6, 2025

1) What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. We also use similar technologies (local storage, pixels, SDKs) and refer to them collectively as "cookies".

2) Why we use them

Strictly necessary: sign‑in (Google OAuth), session security, rate‑limiting.
Preferences: UI/product settings.
Analytics: aggregate usage to improve features and reliability.

We do not use cookies for cross‑context behavioral advertising.

3) Legal basis & consent

In the EU/EEA/UK, we request your prior consent for non‑essential cookies. Our banner provides equal‑prominence Accept all / Reject all buttons and granular Customize controls. You can withdraw consent at any time in Cookie Settings. If your browser sends a Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal, we treat it as an opt‑out where required.

4) Managing cookies

Cookie Settings: update your choices at any time.
Browser controls: you can delete or block cookies in your browser. Blocking strictly necessary cookies may break the Service.

5) Cookies we use (example)

Category	Name	Provider	Purpose	Retention
Necessary	__Host-session	Specsor	Session/authentication	Session
Necessary	oauth_state	Specsor	CSRF protection for OAuth	1 hour
Preferences	ui_theme	Specsor	Theme preference	6 months

Update this table to reflect your actual setup/providers.

6) Changes & contact

We may update this Cookie Policy and will refresh the date above. For questions, contact [email protected].