# Cookie Policy

**Effective Date:** February 15, 2026  
**Last Updated:** February 15, 2026

## 1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how [GradeCompass], operated by [TCSW Consulting] ("we," "us," or "our"), uses cookies and similar tracking technologies in our mobile application and related services.

**Important:** Our mobile application uses **minimal tracking technologies**. We do NOT use cookies or trackers for advertising, behavioral tracking, or cross-site tracking.

## 2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website or use an application. They help the service remember your preferences and improve your experience.

## 3. What Tracking Technologies We Use

### 3.1 Essential Session Tokens

**Purpose:** Authentication and account security  
**Type:** Session storage (not cookies)  
**Data Stored:** Encrypted authentication tokens  
**Duration:** Until you log out or token expires  
**Legal Basis:** Necessary for service provision (no consent required)

We use secure session tokens to keep you logged in and protect your account. These are essential for the Service to function and cannot be disabled.

### 3.2 Local Storage for App Preferences

**Purpose:** Remember your app settings and preferences  
**Type:** Local device storage  
**Data Stored:** App settings, language preference, theme selection  
**Duration:** Until you delete the app or clear app data  
**Legal Basis:** Legitimate interest in providing consistent user experience

This storage remains on your device and is NOT transmitted to our servers.

### 3.3 Analytics (If Applicable)

**Current Status:** We currently do **NOT** use third-party analytics cookies or trackers.

**If we implement analytics in the future:**
- We will use privacy-focused, anonymized analytics only
- We will update this policy and request consent where required
- Data will never be linked to your personal identity
- You will have the option to opt-out

## 4. What We Do NOT Use

We do **NOT** use:
- ❌ Advertising cookies or trackers
- ❌ Social media tracking pixels
- ❌ Cross-site tracking cookies
- ❌ Third-party marketing cookies
- ❌ Behavioral profiling cookies
- ❌ Retargeting or remarketing cookies

## 5. Third-Party Services

### 5.1 Stripe (Payment Processing)

Stripe may use cookies when you access their payment interface. These cookies are governed by Stripe's Cookie Policy: https://stripe.com/cookies-policy

We do not control Stripe's cookies. Stripe uses them to:
- Detect and prevent fraud
- Securely process payments
- Remember payment preferences

### 5.2 Vercel AI (AI Services)

Vercel AI processes your AI requests anonymously and does NOT use cookies to track you. All AI interactions are stateless and cannot be linked to your identity.

## 6. Your Choices and Controls

### 6.1 Essential Tokens (Cannot Be Disabled)

Authentication tokens are necessary for the Service to function. Disabling them would prevent you from:
- Logging into your account
- Accessing subscription features
- Using the Service

### 6.2 App Preferences (Can Be Reset)

You can clear local app preferences by:
- Clearing app data in your device settings
- Uninstalling and reinstalling the app

This will reset all your preferences to default settings but will NOT delete your account or subscription.

### 6.3 Browser/Device Settings

Most mobile devices allow you to:
- Clear app data and cache
- Control app permissions
- Limit ad tracking (iOS: "Limit Ad Tracking", Android: "Opt out of Ads Personalization")

**Note:** We do not use ad tracking, so these device-level settings do not affect our Service.

## 7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make material changes:
- We will update the "Last Updated" date
- We will notify you via email or in-app notification
- We will request renewed consent if required by law

## 8. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or tracking technologies, please contact us:

**Email:** [your-email@example.com]  
**Company:** [YOUR SASU NAME]  
**Address:** [Your Address in France]

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**Summary:** We use minimal tracking (authentication tokens and local preferences only). No advertising cookies. No behavioral tracking. Your privacy is respected.