Cookie Policy

Learn about how we use cookies and similar technologies on StartupIdeasDB.

Last updated: December 27, 2025

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences, understanding how you use our site, and keeping you securely logged in.

We use cookies and similar technologies (like local storage and pixels) to collect information about your browsing activity. You have control over which cookies we can use.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required

These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function properly.

Examples:

  • Authentication tokens - Keeps you logged in
  • Session cookies - Maintains your browsing session
  • Security cookies - Protects against attacks
  • Preference cookies - Remembers your language/region

Retention: Session or up to 1 year

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors interact with our website.

Examples:

  • Google Analytics (_ga, _gid) - Website traffic analysis
  • Page view tracking - Most visited pages
  • User behavior - Click patterns and navigation
  • Performance metrics - Page load times

Retention: Up to 2 years

Marketing Cookies

Used to deliver personalized advertisements and track campaign effectiveness.

Examples:

  • Facebook Pixel (_fbp) - Ad targeting
  • Google Ads - Conversion tracking
  • Retargeting cookies - Remarketing campaigns
  • Attribution cookies - Campaign performance

Retention: Up to 1 year

How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences

1. Using Our Cookie Banner

When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:

  • • Accept all cookies
  • • Accept only essential cookies
  • • Customize your preferences

2. Through Your Browser Settings

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

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
  • Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

Note: Blocking or deleting cookies may impact your user experience and some features may not work properly. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function.

Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies. These include:

Google Analytics

Helps us analyze website traffic and user behavior to improve our service.

Payment Processors (Razorpay, PayPal)

Required for secure payment processing and fraud prevention.

Supabase

Our authentication and database provider that handles user sessions.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Questions About Cookies?

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please don't hesitate to contact us.