Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how TestFast ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our platform. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the site owners.

Types of Cookies:

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
• First-Party Cookies: Set by the website you're visiting (TestFast)
• Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use (e.g., analytics, payment processors)

2. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several important reasons:

In the UK and EEA, non-essential cookies (e.g., analytics and marketing) require your consent under UK GDPR/EU GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR). Essential cookies are necessary for the site to function and do not require consent.

2.1 Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled:

• Authentication: Keep you logged in as you navigate between pages
• Security: Detect and prevent fraudulent activity
• Session Management: Remember your preferences during a single browsing session

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:

• Remember your preferences (theme, language)
• Store form data so you don't lose progress
• Provide features like live chat support

2.3 Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how you use TestFast:

• Track page views and navigation paths
• Measure feature usage and engagement
• Identify technical issues and errors
• Improve user experience based on data

2.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies help us deliver relevant advertising:

• Track visits across websites
• Deliver personalized ads
• Measure ad campaign effectiveness
• Retarget users who showed interest

3. Specific Cookies We Use

Below is a detailed list of the cookies used on TestFast:

Essential Cookies

Functional Cookies

Analytics Cookies (Third-Party)

4. Third-Party Services

We work with third-party companies that may also set cookies on your device when you use TestFast:

4.1 Stripe (Payment Processing)

Stripe uses cookies to process payments securely. See Stripe's Privacy Policy.

4.2 Supabase (Authentication & Database)

Supabase uses cookies to manage user authentication. See Supabase's Privacy Policy.

4.3 Analytics Providers

We use analytics services to understand how users interact with TestFast. These services may track your activity across websites.

5. How to Control Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (except essential cookies required for the site to function).

5.1 Browser Controls

Most browsers allow you to:

• View and delete cookies
• Block third-party cookies
• Block all cookies (may break website functionality)
• Clear cookies when you close the browser

How to Manage Cookies in Popular Browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge

5.2 Opt-Out of Analytics

You can opt-out of analytics tracking:

• Google Analytics: Install the opt-out browser add-on
• Posthog: Disable tracking in your account settings

5.3 Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers support "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT. We do not alter our data collection practices when we detect a DNT signal.

6. Mobile Devices

Mobile devices have settings to control tracking and advertising:

• iOS: Settings → Privacy → Tracking → Limit Ad Tracking
• Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, some features may not work properly:

• You may need to log in repeatedly
• Your preferences won't be saved
• Some pages or features may not load
• Form data may not be preserved

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in:

• Our use of cookies
• Legal or regulatory requirements
• Third-party services we use

We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending an email notification (for material changes)

9. More Information

For more details about how we collect and use data, see our Privacy Policy.

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy:

• Email: privacy@testfast.app
• Contact Page: testfast.app/contact