Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 2026
This policy explains what cookies are, which ones we use on the Stowd platform (stowd.ca), why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences. By using our platform, you consent to the use of essential cookies. For other cookies, we ask for your explicit consent.
1. What Are Cookies?
A cookie is a small text file that a website places on your device (computer, phone, tablet) when you visit it. Cookies allow the site to remember your actions and preferences over a period of time, so you don't have to re-enter them each visit.
Cookies can be session-based (deleted when you close the browser) or persistent (kept for a set period). They may be set directly by Stowd (first-party cookies) or by our partners (third-party cookies).
2. Cookies Used on Stowd
Necessary for the platform to function. They cannot be disabled.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| sb-[ref]-auth-token | Supabase / Stowd | Maintains your login session. | Session / 7 days |
| sb-[ref]-auth-token-code-verifier | Supabase / Stowd | Secures the OAuth authentication flow. | Session |
| NEXT_LOCALE | Stowd | Remembers your language preference (French/English). | 1 year |
Help us understand how the platform is used. Require your consent.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users and tracks browsing statistics. | 2 years |
| _gcl_au | Measures advertising conversion effectiveness. | 90 days | |
| ph_* | PostHog | Tracks user actions on the platform for product improvement. | 1 year |
Necessary for secure payment processing. Required when using Stripe.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| __stripe_mid | Stripe | Fraud detection and transaction security. | 1 year |
| __stripe_sid | Stripe | Maintains payment session state. | 30 minutes |
| m | Stripe | Device identifier used by Stripe for fraud detection. | 2 years |
Remember your choices to personalise your experience. Require your consent.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| stowd_cookie_consent | Stowd | Records your cookie consent preferences. | 1 year |
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party providers we use to operate the platform. These providers have their own privacy policies:
Stripe
Secure payment processing. Stripe cookies are essential to completing a transaction.
Stripe Privacy Policy →PostHog
Product analytics to improve user experience. With your consent only.
PostHog Privacy Policy →4. Managing Your Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:
Stowd consent banner
On your first visit, a banner lets you accept or refuse analytics and preference cookies. You can change your choices at any time by clicking "Cookie preferences" in the footer.
Browser settings
Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may prevent some platform features from working correctly (login, payment).
Google Analytics opt-out
You can disable Google Analytics across all sites by installing the official Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. Download add-on →
5. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our use of cookies or legal requirements. The update date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. For material changes, we will notify you through a platform notification.
6. Contact Us
For any questions about our use of cookies:
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