Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 10, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Tantradvisor (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our platform. By using our Service, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and deliver information to website owners.
Cookies can be:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
- First-Party Cookies: Set by the website you're visiting.
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use (e.g., analytics providers).
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are required for the platform to function properly. They enable core features like authentication, security, and session management. You cannot opt out of these cookies as they are necessary for the Service to work.
- User authentication and account access
- Security and fraud prevention
- Load balancing and server routing
- Session state management (e.g., items in cart, form inputs)
Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance functionality and personalization. They remember your preferences and choices to provide a more tailored experience.
- Language and locale preferences
- Theme preferences (light/dark mode)
- Map default locations
- Search filter preferences
- User interface settings
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform. We use this information to improve user experience, optimize performance, and identify issues.
- Page views and navigation patterns
- Time spent on pages and bounce rates
- Device and browser information
- Referral sources (how you found us)
- Error tracking and performance monitoring
Marketing Cookies (Optional)
These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver personalized advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness. We only use marketing cookies with your explicit consent.
- Personalized event recommendations
- Retargeting advertisements on external platforms
- Social media integration (e.g., “Share” buttons)
- Email campaign tracking
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
__session | Essential | Session | User authentication and session management |
convex_auth | Essential | 30 days | Persistent authentication token |
locale | Functional | 1 year | Remember language preference |
theme | Functional | 1 year | Remember theme preference (light/dark) |
_ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics - distinguish users |
_gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics - distinguish users |
_fbp | Marketing | 3 months | Facebook Pixel - ad targeting (opt-in only) |
4. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may set their own cookies:
Stripe (Payment Processing)
- Purpose: Secure payment processing and fraud detection
- Privacy Policy: https://stripe.com/privacy
- Cookies: Essential for payment security
Google Analytics (Analytics)
- Purpose: Website usage analytics
- Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Resend (Email Delivery)
- Purpose: Transactional email delivery
- Privacy Policy: https://resend.com/legal/privacy-policy
- Tracking: Email open and click tracking (opt-in)
OpenStreetMap (Maps)
- Purpose: Display event locations on maps
- Privacy Policy: https://osmfoundation.org/wiki/Privacy_Policy
- No cookies: OpenStreetMap tiles are loaded without tracking
5. Managing Cookies
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View and delete cookies stored on your device
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Receive notifications before a cookie is set
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
Learn how to manage cookies in common browsers:
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our platform, we display a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:
- Accept All: Allow all cookies including optional marketing cookies
- Essential Only: Only allow cookies necessary for the platform to function
- Customize: Select which types of cookies you want to allow
You can change your preferences at any time through the cookie settings link in the footer.
Do Not Track
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) setting. While we respect user privacy, we do not currently respond to DNT signals as there is no universal standard for how to interpret them. You can manage cookies directly through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable or reject cookies:
- Essential cookies: You will not be able to log in or use most platform features.
- Functional cookies: You may lose personalization features and have to reset preferences each visit.
- Analytics cookies: We will have less data to improve the platform, but core functionality remains intact.
- Marketing cookies: You will still see ads, but they won't be personalized to your interests.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. The “Last updated” date at the top indicates when the policy was last revised. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
- Email: privacy@tantradvisor.com
- Mail: Tantradvisor Privacy Team, 123 Conscious Lane, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA
For general privacy inquiries, please refer to our Privacy Policy.