Cookie Policy

Last Updated: December 30, 2024

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferences, login status, and browsing activity.

This Cookie Policy explains how That Listings Tool ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our web application at thatlistingstool.com (the "Service").

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function properly. You cannot disable these cookies if you want to use the Service.

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
__sessionClerk authentication session cookieSession (until logout)
__client_uatClerk user authentication tokenSession (until logout)
next-auth.csrf-tokenCSRF protection for formsSession

2.2 Functional Cookies (Optional)

These cookies enhance functionality and personalization but are not strictly necessary. You can disable these cookies through your browser settings.

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
themeRemember dark/light mode preference1 year
languageLanguage preference (if multi-language support added)1 year

2.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Service. All analytics data is aggregated and anonymous.

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
_analytics_idTrack usage patterns and feature adoption (if analytics enabled)2 years

Note: We currently do NOT use third-party analytics tools like Google Analytics. If we add analytics in the future, we will update this policy and provide opt-out options.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services we use to operate the Service:

3.1 Clerk (Authentication)

  • Manages user authentication and session management
  • Sets cookies for login state, CSRF protection, and security
  • Privacy Policy: https://clerk.com/legal/privacy

3.2 Stripe (Payment Processing)

  • Handles payment forms and subscription checkout
  • Sets cookies for fraud detection and payment security
  • Privacy Policy: https://stripe.com/privacy

3.3 eBay (OAuth Integration)

4. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • Authentication: Keep you logged in to your account
  • Security: Protect against CSRF attacks and unauthorized access
  • Preferences: Remember your settings (e.g., dark mode)
  • Performance: Understand how you use the Service to improve it
  • Session Management: Track your active session and maintain state

5. Cookie Consent & Control

5.1 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies

5.2 Disabling Cookies

Important: If you disable essential cookies, you will not be able to use key features of the Service, including logging in, accessing your dashboard, or processing payments.

You can safely disable optional cookies (functional, analytics) without affecting core functionality.

5.3 Do Not Track (DNT)

We do not currently respond to "Do Not Track" (DNT) browser signals. Since we do not use third-party advertising or extensive tracking, DNT settings have minimal impact on our Service.

6. Cookie Data Retention

Cookies are stored for the following durations:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser or log out
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain until expiration (typically 1-2 years) or manual deletion
  • Authentication Tokens: Expire after 7 days of inactivity (require re-login)

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our use of cookies or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a new "Last Updated" date. Significant changes will be notified via email.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us:

That Listings Tool

Email: [email protected]

Support: [email protected]

Website: https://thatlistingstool.com

9. Additional Resources

Learn more about cookies and privacy: