1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.

Cookies typically contain:

• A unique identifier
• The website domain name
• Expiration date
• Other tracking parameters

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use on Varaneety and why we use them.

2. How We Use Cookies

Varaneety uses cookies to:

• Keep you signed in to your account
• Remember your preferences (like language settings)
• Ensure the security of your session
• Provide core functionality of the Service

We do not use cookies for:

• Third-party tracking or analytics
• Advertising or marketing
• Tracking your activity across other websites
• Profiling or behavioral analysis

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use only essential and functional cookies on Varaneety. We do not use analytics, advertising, or tracking cookies.

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our Service. Without these cookies, the Service cannot function properly.

| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider | |------------|---------|----------|----------| | __session | Authentication session token | Session | Clerk | | __clerk_db_jwt | User authentication state | Session | Clerk | | __client_uat | Client authentication timestamp | Session | Clerk |

Provider: Clerk (our authentication service provider) Purpose: These cookies enable you to sign in, stay logged in, and securely access your account. Privacy: Read Clerk's Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider | |------------|---------|----------|----------| | NEXT_LOCALE | Language preference | 1 year | Varaneety | | cookie-consent | Cookie banner acceptance status | Permanent | Varaneety |

Purpose:

• NEXT_LOCALE: Remembers your language preference (Hebrew or English)
• cookie-consent: Remembers that you've accepted our cookie notice (stored in localStorage)

Duration: The language preference cookie expires after 1 year. The consent status is stored permanently in your browser's local storage.

4. Third-Party Cookies

4.1 Authentication (Clerk)

We use Clerk as our authentication provider. Clerk sets cookies to manage your user sessions and keep you signed in. These cookies are essential for the Service to function.

Data Shared: Email address, name, profile image Privacy Policy: https://clerk.com/privacy Cookie Policy: https://clerk.com/legal/cookie-policy

4.2 Hosting (Vercel)

Our Service is hosted on Vercel. Vercel may set cookies for load balancing and routing purposes.

Privacy Policy: https://vercel.com/legal/privacy-policy

4.3 No Analytics or Advertising Cookies

We do not use:

• Google Analytics or similar analytics services
• Facebook Pixel or other social media tracking
• Advertising cookies or retargeting pixels
• Third-party tracking scripts

Your browsing activity on Varaneety is not tracked across other websites.

5. Managing Cookies

5.1 Browser Settings

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

• View which cookies are stored
• Delete all cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block all cookies

Note: If you disable essential cookies, you will not be able to sign in or use certain features of the Service.

5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari (Desktop): Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

Safari (iOS): Settings → Safari → Privacy & Security → Block All Cookies

Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies

5.3 Mobile Devices

iOS (iPhone/iPad): Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies

Android: Depends on your browser app. Check browser settings.

6. Cookie Consent

When you first visit Varaneety, you'll see a cookie notice at the bottom of the page. By clicking "Accept," you consent to our use of essential and functional cookies as described in this policy.

You can withdraw your consent at any time by:

• Clearing your browser cookies
• Deleting the cookie-consent item from localStorage
• Visiting the Service again to see the cookie banner

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.

When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• We will notify you of material changes through the Service or via email
• Your continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

8. Do Not Track

Our Service does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals. However, since we don't use third-party tracking or analytics, your browsing on Varaneety is not tracked across other websites regardless of DNT settings.

9. GDPR and Privacy

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, our use of cookies complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive.

Legal Basis for Cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for contract performance (GDPR Art. 6(1)(b))
• Functional Cookies: Based on your consent (GDPR Art. 6(1)(a))

You have the right to withdraw consent at any time by managing your browser cookie settings.

10. Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@varaneety.com Service: Varaneety - Community Knowledge Sharing Platform Website: https://app.varaneety.com

For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.

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Last Updated: December 29, 2025

By using Varaneety, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.