Cookie Policy
Last updated May 12, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Hobby Holdings LLC, a Maryland limited liability company doing business as HobbyDeal ("Hobby Holdings LLC," "HobbyDeal," "we," "us," or "our"), uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and mobile applications (the "Service"). This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which describes how Hobby Holdings LLC processes personal data from its principal place of business in Maryland, USA.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, authenticate your session, and understand how you use the site. Cookies can be "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" cookies (remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted).
Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, local storage, and mobile SDKs that collect information about your device and usage patterns.
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Service to function and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and maintaining your session state.
- Authentication and account access
- Security and fraud prevention
- Load balancing and performance
- Remembering your cookie consent preferences
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.
- Language and region preferences
- Display settings and customization
- Previously viewed items or searches
Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Service by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the Service.
- Pages visited and features used
- Time spent on pages
- Error messages and performance metrics
- Device and browser information
Advertising and Targeting Cookies
These cookies may be set by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites. They do not store personal information directly but uniquely identify your browser and device.
- Tracking ad campaign effectiveness
- Limiting ad frequency
- Personalizing advertising content
Third-Party Cookies
We work with third-party service providers who may set cookies on your device when you use the Service. These providers include:
- Authentication providers: Google, Facebook, Apple (for social login)
- Payment processors: Stripe (for secure payment processing)
- Analytics services: To measure and improve Service performance
- Hosting and infrastructure: Supabase and cloud service providers
These third parties have their own privacy policies governing their use of cookies and data collection.
Mobile App Tracking
Our iOS and Android mobile applications use similar tracking technologies, including:
- Mobile advertising identifiers (IDFA on iOS, AAID on Android)
- SDKs for analytics, crash reporting, and performance monitoring
- Local storage for preferences and cached data
You can control mobile tracking through your device settings:
- iOS: Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking
- Android: Settings → Privacy → Ads → Delete advertising ID
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View and delete cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies
- Clear cookies when you close your browser
Note: Blocking or deleting cookies may impact your ability to use certain features of the Service.
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers support "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals. Because there is no common industry standard for DNT, we do not currently respond to DNT signals. However, you can use the browser controls above to manage cookies.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
