Cookie Policy

This policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on the Six Human Needs website.

Last updated: August 25, 2025

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive. They help us recognize your device, remember your preferences, and improve your experience on our website.

Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies such as:

  • Local Storage: Stores data locally in your browser
  • Session Storage: Temporary storage that expires when you close your browser
  • Pixels/Beacons: Invisible tracking pixels that help us understand user behavior
  • Fingerprinting: Techniques to identify devices based on their characteristics

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

Essential Website Functionality

Enable core features like user authentication, quiz progress saving, and security.

Performance and Analytics

Understand how visitors interact with our website to improve user experience.

Personalization

Remember your preferences, quiz progress, and customize your experience.

Marketing and Communications

Deliver relevant content and measure the effectiveness of our communications.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include:

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
auth-tokenManages user authentication and sessionsSession
csrf-tokenPrevents cross-site request forgery attacksSession
quiz-progressSaves quiz progress to prevent data loss30 days
cookie-consentRemembers your cookie preferences1 year

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it. Requires your consent.

ServicePurposeDuration
Google AnalyticsTracks pageviews, user behavior, and site performance14 months
Vercel AnalyticsMonitors site performance and user experience24 months
HotjarRecords user sessions and heatmaps12 months

Functionality Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences to provide a more personalized experience. Requires your consent.

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
theme-preferenceRemembers your preferred color theme1 year
language-preferenceStores your language preference1 year
user-preferencesSaves various user interface preferences6 months

Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies track your browsing habits to show you relevant advertisements. Requires your explicit consent.

ServicePurposeDuration
Facebook PixelTracks conversions and creates custom audiences90 days
Google AdsMeasures ad performance and targets relevant ads24 months
LinkedIn InsightProfessional network advertising and analytics12 months

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. We use these services to enhance your experience and analyze our website performance:

Google Analytics

Helps us understand how visitors interact with our website through anonymized data collection.

Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy

Supabase

Provides authentication, database services, and secure data storage for our application.

Privacy Policy: Supabase Privacy Policy

Resend

Handles transactional email delivery for quiz results and communications.

Privacy Policy: Resend Privacy Policy

Vercel

Provides website hosting, content delivery, and performance analytics.

Privacy Policy: Vercel Privacy Policy

5. Your Cookie Choices and Rights

Cookie Consent

Under GDPR and ePrivacy regulations, we obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device. When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner where you can:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize your preferences by cookie category
  • Learn more about each type of cookie we use

Managing Your Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

  • Clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer
  • Using your browser's cookie management settings
  • Contacting us directly at info@sfwalker.com

Browser Cookie Controls

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

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies only
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Set up notifications when cookies are being placed

Important Note

Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Essential cookies are necessary for core features like user authentication and quiz progress saving.

6. Browser-Specific Cookie Management

Here's how to manage cookies in popular web browsers:

Google Chrome

Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

Mozilla Firefox

Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

Microsoft Edge

Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

Mobile Devices

On mobile devices, you can usually manage cookies through your browser app's settings menu. Look for "Privacy," "Security," or "Site Settings" options.

7. International Data Transfers

Some of our third-party service providers may transfer and process your data outside of your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission
  • Adequacy decisions for countries with equivalent data protection laws
  • Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs) for multinational companies
  • Certification schemes under approved frameworks

For more information about international data transfers, please refer to ourPrivacy Policy.

8. Data Retention

We retain cookie data for different periods depending on the type and purpose:

Session CookiesUntil browser session ends
Essential Cookies1-30 days
Analytics Cookies14 months
Marketing Cookies12-24 months
Preference Cookies6-12 months

You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings or by withdrawing your consent.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will:

  • Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Notify users through our cookie banner or email
  • Provide a clear summary of changes made
  • Obtain fresh consent where required by law

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Email: info@sfwalker.com

Subject: "Cookie Policy Inquiry"

Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours

For EU/EEA residents: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you're not satisfied with our response to your cookie-related concerns.

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