Cookie Policy
Last updated: September 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how DAFTConnect uses cookies and similar technologies. We are committed to being transparent about our data practices.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better user experience by remembering your preferences and improving site functionality.
How we use cookies
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation, authentication, and security.
- next-auth.session-token - Maintains your login session
- next-auth.csrf-token - Security token to prevent attacks
- next-auth.callback-url - Remembers where to redirect after login
Functional Cookies & Local Storage
We use browser local storage (not cookies) to remember your preferences and provide a personalized experience without sending data to our servers.
- dismissed-announcements - Remembers which announcements you've closed
- theme-preference - Your preferred color theme (light/dark)
- privacy-settings - Your profile visibility preferences
Analytics
We use Vercel Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. This service collects anonymous usage data without using cookies, respecting your privacy.
Data collected: Page views, referrer, country (not specific location), browser type, and device type. No personal information is collected.
Managing cookies
You can control and manage cookies in your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. Look for "Privacy" or "Security" sections in your browser's options or preferences menu.
Third-party services
We use minimal third-party services, prioritizing your privacy:
- NextAuth.js - Secure authentication (essential cookies only)
- Vercel Analytics - Anonymous usage tracking (no cookies)
- Discord - Optional community integration (no cookies on our site)
Note: We do NOT use Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or other invasive tracking technologies.
Your consent
Currently, we only use essential cookies required for the platform to function. If we add non-essential cookies in the future, we will request your consent through a cookie banner before setting them.
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 questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at hello@daftconnect.com