What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners useful information about how their site is being used.
Barpel uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to keep you signed in, remember your preferences, understand how you use our platform, and improve our services. This policy explains which cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the platform to function. They enable core features like authentication, security, and session management. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as the platform would not work properly without them.
session_idMaintains your login session so you stay authenticated as you navigate the platform.
auth_tokenSecurely authenticates your identity with our backend services via Supabase.
csrf_tokenPrevents cross-site request forgery attacks by validating that form submissions originate from Barpel.
cookie_consentRemembers your cookie preferences so we don't ask you repeatedly.
Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with Barpel. They collect information about page views, feature usage, and navigation patterns. All analytics data is aggregated and anonymized — we do not use analytics cookies to personally identify individual users.
ph_*PostHog analytics cookies that help us understand how visitors interact with the platform, including page views, feature usage, and navigation patterns.
_barpel_usageTracks aggregate usage patterns to help us improve product features and user experience.
Preference Cookies
Preference cookies allow the platform to remember choices you make, such as your language setting or theme preference. They provide a more personalized experience by ensuring your settings persist across sessions.
localeStores your preferred language setting so the interface displays in the correct language.
themeRemembers your theme preference (light or dark mode) across sessions.
sidebar_stateRemembers whether you prefer the dashboard sidebar expanded or collapsed.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on Barpel are set by third-party services that we use to provide authentication and analytics functionality. These providers have their own privacy policies governing how they use the data they collect.
Supabase
Authentication and session management. Supabase powers our user authentication system and sets cookies to maintain secure login sessions.
View Supabase's Privacy PolicyPostHog
Product analytics and usage tracking. PostHog helps us understand how users interact with Barpel so we can improve the product. All data is anonymized.
View PostHog's Privacy PolicyHow to Manage Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically choose to block all cookies, accept all cookies, or be notified when a cookie is set so you can decide whether to accept it.
Please note that disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of the Barpel platform, including logging in and accessing your dashboard.
Browser-Specific Instructions
Cookie Retention Periods
Different cookies are retained for different periods depending on their purpose. Session cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them.
| Category | Retention | Can Be Disabled? |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Session to 12 months | No |
| Analytics | 6 to 12 months | Yes |
| Preferences | 6 to 12 months | Yes |
| Third-Party | Varies by provider | Yes |
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to periodically review this page for the latest information on our cookie practices.
If we make significant changes to this policy, we will notify you by posting a prominent notice on our platform or by sending you an email notification.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact our privacy team. We are happy to provide additional information or help you manage your cookie preferences.
privacy@barpel.aiLast updated: March 2026