1. What cookies are
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a site; they let it remember your actions and preferences. Similar technologies (such as local storage and pixels) work the same way and are covered by this policy.
2. The cookies we use
- Strictly necessary — keep you signed in, maintain your session, support checkout, and protect security. The Service cannot work without these, so they are exempt from consent.
- Analytics — Google Analytics 4, to see how visitors find and use our content. These run only after you consent.
3. Cookie inventory
| Cookie | Provider | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
wmd_session | Watch My Date | Necessary | Keeps you signed in; secures your session | Session (until sign-out or expiry) |
wmd_consent | Watch My Date | Necessary | Remembers your cookie choices | 6–12 months |
_ga | Google Analytics | Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors | Up to 2 years |
_ga_<id> | Google Analytics | Analytics | Maintains analytics session state | Up to 2 years |
The session/authentication cookie name and lifetime shown are representative — they are set by your auth or hosting provider, so confirm the real values before launch. We do not currently set any cookies beyond those listed above.
4. Your choices & consent
In regions that require it (such as the EEA and UK), we set non-essential cookies only after you opt in through our consent banner, in line with the ePrivacy Directive and GDPR. You can change your choice anytime via [link to your cookie settings], and you can withdraw consent without affecting processing that already happened. You may also:
- Block or delete cookies in your browser settings (blocking necessary cookies may break sign-in);
- Use the Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on to opt out across all sites.
5. Global Privacy Control
Where required, we treat a recognized Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal from your browser as a valid request to opt out of non-essential cookies and any sharing the law covers.
6. Changes & contact
We may update this Cookie Policy as our practices change; the date above reflects the latest revision. Questions? Email privacy@watchmydate.com.