Cookie Policy
Last updated: August 1, 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Locoround ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you use our location-based social platform. By using Locoround, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and settings, which can make your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.
We also use similar technologies like local storage, session storage, and device fingerprinting to enhance your experience on Locoround.
3. How Locoround Uses Cookies
We use cookies to provide, protect, and improve our services. The specific ways we use cookies include:
- Authentication: Keeping you logged in to your account
- Security: Protecting against fraudulent activity and unauthorized access
- Preferences: Remembering your settings like location radius and display preferences
- Performance: Understanding how you use our platform to improve functionality
- Analytics: Analyzing usage patterns and trends
- Location Services: Storing your preferred location settings for content discovery
4. Types of Cookies We Use
4.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for Locoround to function properly:
- Session cookies: Maintain your login state
- Security tokens: Protect against CSRF attacks
- Load balancing: Ensure smooth platform performance
- User ID: Associate your activities with your account
4.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your experience:
- Location preferences: Remember your preferred discovery radius
- Language settings: Store your language preferences
- Theme preferences: Remember light/dark mode settings
- Content filters: Save your content preference settings
4.3 Analytics Cookies
These help us understand platform usage:
- Page views: Track which pages you visit
- Feature usage: Monitor which features are popular
- Error tracking: Identify technical issues
- Performance metrics: Measure loading times and responsiveness
4.4 AI and Machine Learning Cookies
These support our AI-powered features:
- Search patterns: Improve AI search recommendations
- Content preferences: Train recommendation algorithms
- Interaction tracking: Enhance content discovery AI
- Model optimization: Improve AI performance based on usage
5. Third-Party Cookies
We work with third-party services that may set their own cookies:
Supabase
Authentication and database services
AWS CloudFront
Content delivery and media storage
Map Services
Location-based features and mapping
Analytics Providers
Usage analytics and performance monitoring
6. Local Storage and Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we use local storage to:
- Cache handbill data for faster loading
- Store draft posts before submission
- Remember your recent searches
- Keep track of viewed content
- Maintain app state between sessions
7. Cookie Lifespan
Session Cookies
Deleted when you close your browser. Used for maintaining your current session.
Persistent Cookies
Remain on your device for a set period. Authentication cookies expire after 30 days of inactivity. Preference cookies last up to 1 year.
8. Managing Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies:
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete cookies
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Clear cookies when you close the browser
- Accept cookies from specific websites
Warning: Blocking all cookies will prevent you from using many Locoround features, including logging in to your account.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding cookies:
- Right to be informed about our cookie usage
- Right to withdraw consent for non-essential cookies
- Right to opt-out of analytics cookies
- Right to request information about cookies we use
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy and, where appropriate, notifying you through the platform.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us:
Locoround Contact Team
Email: contact@locoround.com
By using Locoround, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.