Cookie Policy - Ripple Habit Tracker

Overview

This Cookie Policy explains how Ripple Habit Tracker ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and mobile application. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

By using our website or mobile application, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website or use a mobile application. They are widely used to make websites and apps work more efficiently and provide a better user experience.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser or app
• Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted
• First-Party Cookies: Set by Ripple directly
• Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use (analytics, etc.)

2. How We Use Cookies

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of our service:

• Authentication: Keep you logged in to your account
• Security: Protect against cross-site request forgery and other security threats
• Session Management: Maintain your app session and preferences
• Load Balancing: Ensure optimal performance across our servers

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how you use our service:

• Usage Analytics: Track which features are most popular
• Performance Monitoring: Identify and fix technical issues
• Error Tracking: Monitor app crashes and bugs
• User Experience: Understand user journey and improve interface

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience with personalized features:

• Preferences: Remember your settings and customizations
• Language Settings: Display content in your preferred language
• Theme Preferences: Remember your dark/light mode choice
• Timezone Settings: Ensure notifications are sent at correct times

2.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies (Limited Use)

We use minimal marketing cookies for:

• App Store Optimization: Measure effectiveness of our app store presence
• Referral Tracking: Track how users discover our app
• Campaign Analysis: Understand which marketing efforts are most effective

3. Third-Party Cookies

We work with trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies. These partners help us provide and improve our service:

3.1 Analytics Services

• Google Analytics: Website and app usage analytics
• Expo Analytics: Mobile app performance monitoring
• Supabase Analytics: Backend performance and database metrics

3.2 Infrastructure Services

• Supabase: Database and authentication cookies
• Vercel/Netlify: Website hosting and performance cookies
• Apple App Store: Subscription and purchase tracking

3.3 Support and Communication

• Customer Support Tools: Help desk and chat functionality
• Email Services: Transactional email delivery tracking
• Push Notification Services: Message delivery confirmation

4. Mobile App Considerations

As a mobile application, Ripple uses technologies similar to cookies but specific to mobile environments:

4.1 Mobile-Specific Technologies

• Local Storage: App preferences and offline data
• Device Identifiers: For analytics and crash reporting
• Push Tokens: For sending habit reminder notifications
• App State: Resume app exactly where you left off

4.2 iOS-Specific Features

• App Tracking Transparency: Respects iOS 14.5+ privacy controls
• iCloud Sync: Secure habit data synchronization across devices
• HealthKit Integration: Optional health data sharing (if implemented)
• Screen Time Integration: App usage tracking for insights

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your web browser settings:

• Accept All Cookies: Allow all cookies from our website
• Block All Cookies: Prevent all cookies (may affect functionality)
• Block Third-Party Cookies: Allow only our first-party cookies
• Delete Existing Cookies: Clear previously stored cookies

5.2 Mobile App Settings

In the Ripple mobile app, you can manage tracking preferences:

• Analytics Opt-Out: Disable usage analytics collection
• Crash Reporting: Choose whether to send crash reports
• Personalization: Control personalized feature recommendations
• Marketing Communications: Opt-out of promotional messages

5.3 Device-Level Controls

iOS provides system-level privacy controls:

• App Tracking Transparency: Control cross-app tracking
• Limited Ad Tracking: Reduce personalized advertising
• Privacy Settings: Manage app permissions and data access
• Screen Time: Monitor and limit app usage

6. Cookie Retention and Deletion

6.1 Retention Periods

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close the app/browser
• Functional Cookies: Stored for up to 1 year
• Analytics Cookies: Stored for up to 2 years
• Security Cookies: Stored for duration of session plus 30 days

6.2 Automatic Deletion

Cookies are automatically deleted in the following scenarios:

• When the specified expiration date is reached
• When you log out of your account
• When you clear your browser cache
• When you uninstall the mobile app

6.3 Manual Deletion

You can manually delete cookies by:

• Clearing your browser's cache and cookies
• Using browser privacy/incognito mode
• Resetting the mobile app's data
• Contacting us to delete your account data

7. International Data Transfers

Some of our third-party service providers may store cookies on servers located outside your country. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place for these transfers:

• Adequacy Decisions: Transfers to countries with equivalent privacy protection
• Standard Contractual Clauses: Legal frameworks for secure data transfers
• Privacy Shield: Compliance with international privacy frameworks
• Encryption: All cookie data is encrypted during transfer and storage

8. Children's Privacy

Ripple is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect cookies or tracking data from children under 13.

If we discover that we have collected such information, we will:

• Delete the information immediately
• Disable tracking for the associated account
• Notify parents or guardians when possible
• Implement additional age verification measures

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, new technologies, or legal requirements.

9.1 Notification of Changes

We will notify you of material changes through:

• In-app notifications and banners
• Email notifications to registered users
• Updated policy posting on our website
• App Store update notifications when applicable

9.2 Continued Use

Your continued use of our website or mobile application after policy updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Cookie Policy. If you disagree with changes, you may delete your account and discontinue use.

10. Contact Information

Questions About This Policy

For questions about our cookie practices, contact us at:

Email: privacy@ripplehabits.app
Subject Line: "Cookie Policy Inquiry - Ripple App"

Cookie Management Support

For help managing your cookie preferences:

Email: support@ripplehabits.app
Subject Line: "Cookie Settings Help"

Response Timeline

We will respond to cookie-related inquiries:

• Initial acknowledgment within 48 hours
• Detailed response within 14 days
• Cookie preference changes processed immediately