Cookie Policy

Last updated: October 12, 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how HootCodes LTD ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on the VibeToast website and service (collectively, the "Service").

By using the Service, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings and our cookie preference tools.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and collect information about website usage.

Cookies can be "persistent" (remain on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser).

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as:

  • User authentication and session management
  • Security features and fraud prevention
  • Load balancing and performance optimization
  • Remembering your cookie preferences

Examples:

  • session_id - Maintains your logged-in session
  • auth_token - Authenticates API requests
  • cookie_consent - Stores your cookie preferences

3.2 Functional Cookies (Optional)

These cookies enhance functionality and personalization, such as:

  • Remembering your preferences (theme, language, timezone)
  • Storing notification settings and user interface customizations
  • Enabling features like "Remember Me" on login

Examples:

  • user_preferences - Stores your settings and preferences
  • theme - Remembers your theme choice (light/dark)

3.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies help us understand how visitors use the Service, enabling us to improve functionality and user experience:

  • Tracking page views, session duration, and bounce rates
  • Analyzing user behavior and feature adoption
  • Identifying technical issues and errors
  • Understanding demographic and usage patterns

Service providers we may use:

  • Google Analytics (anonymized IP addresses)
  • Privacy-focused analytics tools

3.4 Marketing Cookies (Optional)

These cookies track your online activity to deliver relevant advertisements:

  • Displaying personalized ads based on your interests
  • Measuring the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
  • Preventing the same ad from appearing too frequently

Note: We currently do not use third-party marketing or advertising cookies. This section is reserved for future use if we implement such features.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Third parties may include:

  • Stripe: Payment processing and fraud detection
  • Google Fonts: Font delivery (may set cookies for performance)
  • Analytics Providers: Website usage tracking (if enabled)

Please review the privacy policies of these third parties for information on how they use cookies.

5. How to Manage Cookies

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • View and delete cookies currently stored on your device
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Block cookies from specific sites
  • Block all cookies (note: this may break the Service)
  • Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Browser cookie settings:

5.2 Our Cookie Preference Tool

When you first visit VibeToast, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can customize your preferences or accept all cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer or by clearing your browser cookies.

5.3 Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. We respect DNT signals and will limit non-essential tracking when this setting is enabled.

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, certain features of the Service may not function properly:

  • You may not be able to stay logged in
  • Your preferences and settings will not be saved
  • Some features may be unavailable or work incorrectly
  • We cannot remember your cookie consent choices

Essential cookies are required for the Service to function. Disabling them will prevent you from using VibeToast.

7. Cookie Duration

The lifespan of cookies varies depending on their purpose:

Cookie Type Duration
Session cookies Until browser is closed
Authentication tokens 7-30 days
Preference cookies 1 year
Analytics cookies 2 years
Cookie consent 1 year

8. Mobile Applications

Our mobile applications (desktop app and mobile instant app/PWA) may use local storage, device identifiers, and similar technologies for functionality comparable to cookies. These are used for:

  • Authentication and session management
  • Storing user preferences and settings
  • Caching data for offline functionality
  • Push notification registration and delivery

You can manage these settings through your device's privacy and notification settings.

9. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. Material changes will be communicated via the Service or email. The "Last updated" date at the top indicates when the policy was last revised.

10. Contact Us

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

HootCodes LTD
Email: privacy@hoot.codes
Address: Sofia Center, Aleksandar Stamboliyski Blvd 55, 4
Sofia, 1000, Bulgaria

This Cookie Policy is part of our commitment to transparency and compliance with GDPR and ePrivacy Directive requirements.