Cookies Policy
Last updated · May 17, 2026
How we use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on Coucou.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our site. They help us provide a better experience by remembering your preferences, analyzing how you use the platform, and improving our services.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential cookies
These are necessary for the platform to function properly:
- Authentication: Managed by Clerk to keep you logged in securely.
- Session Management: Maintain your session state across pages.
- Security: Protect against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks.
- Load Balancing: Ensure optimal server performance.
Retention: Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent authentication cookies last up to 30 days.
No analytics or advertising cookies
We do not currently use third-party analytics or advertising cookies on Coucou.
- No product analytics cookies.
- No advertising cookies.
- No cross-site tracking.
- No third-party A/B testing cookies.
Functional cookies
- User Preferences: Remember your theme, language, and display settings.
- Form Data: Temporarily store form information to prevent data loss.
- Event Access: Remember recently accessed events for quick navigation.
- Haptic Feedback: Store your haptic feedback preferences for mobile.
3. Third-Party Cookies
- Clerk Authentication. Manages secure user authentication and session management. See clerk.com/privacy.
- Convex Real-time Database. Enables real-time features and secure data sync. See convex.dev/privacy.
4. Local Storage and Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use:
- Local Storage for user preferences and application state.
- Session Storage for the current browser session.
- IndexedDB for offline functionality and caching.
- Service Workers for offline features and push notifications.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Block all cookies (may affect website functionality).
- Delete existing cookies.
- Set preferences for specific websites.
- Receive notifications when cookies are set.
Disabling essential cookies will prevent core features from working properly, including user authentication, event access, and RSVP functionality.
6. Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data.
- Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data.
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data.
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and data stored.
7. Mobile Apps and Progressive Web Apps
If you access Coucou through a mobile app or as a Progressive Web App, similar data storage technologies may be used to provide the best possible experience. You can manage these through your device's app settings.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. We will post any changes here and update the “last updated” date at the top.
9. Contact
For questions about our use of cookies or this policy, visit coucou.events or read our full Privacy Policy.