Cookie Policy

    Last updated: 28 March 2026

    What Are Cookies

    Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences and understand how you use it. Some cookies are essential for the site to function; others help us improve your experience.

    Cookies We Use

    We keep cookie usage to a minimum. Here's exactly what we use:

    Strictly Necessary Cookies

    These cookies are essential for the service to function. They cannot be disabled.

    CookiePurposeDuration
    sb-*-auth-tokenKeeps you signed in to your accountSession / 1 year
    sb-*-auth-token-code-verifierSecurity token for authentication flowSession

    Analytics Cookies

    These cookies help us understand how people use The Life Buddy so we can improve the product. They collect anonymous, aggregated data.

    CookieProviderPurposeDuration
    _gaGoogle AnalyticsDistinguishes unique visitors2 years
    _ga_*Google AnalyticsMaintains session state2 years

    Payment Cookies

    When you make a payment, Stripe may set cookies to process the transaction securely and prevent fraud.

    CookieProviderPurposeDuration
    __stripe_midStripeFraud prevention1 year
    __stripe_sidStripePayment session30 minutes

    Cookies We Do NOT Use

    • No advertising or retargeting cookies
    • No social media tracking cookies
    • No third-party marketing cookies
    • No cross-site tracking

    Managing Cookies

    You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling essential cookies will prevent you from signing in to The Life Buddy.

    Most browsers allow you to:

    • View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
    • Block third-party cookies
    • Block all cookies from specific sites
    • Delete all cookies when you close your browser

    Legal Basis

    We use strictly necessary cookies under the "legitimate interest" basis as they are essential for the service to function. Analytics cookies are set under "consent" — by continuing to use the site, you consent to our use of analytics cookies as described above. You may withdraw consent at any time by disabling cookies in your browser settings.

    Changes to This Policy

    We may update this cookie policy if we change the cookies we use. We'll update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.

    Contact

    If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at hello@thelifebuddy.co.uk.

    See also our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.