Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2026
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
How We Use Cookies
Marketplace uses cookies for several purposes:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation and access to secure areas.
- Authentication Cookies: Used to recognize you when you return to our website and keep you logged in.
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences, such as language and display options.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
- Marketing Cookies: Used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements.
Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains user session state | Session |
| auth_token | Authentication and login status | 30 days |
| preferences | Stores user preferences | 1 year |
| _ga | Google Analytics tracking | 2 years |
| cart_items | Shopping cart contents | 7 days |
Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies. These include:
- Google Analytics: For understanding website usage and performance.
- Stripe: For secure payment processing.
- Intercom: For customer support chat functionality.
These third parties have their own privacy policies governing their use of cookies.
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings menu.
- Opt-Out Tools: You can use tools like the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- Our Cookie Banner: Use our cookie consent banner to manage your preferences when you first visit our site.
Please note that blocking certain cookies may impact the functionality of our website.
Browser-Specific Instructions
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: privacy@marketplace.com
See also our Privacy Policy for more information about how we handle your data.