Cookie Policy
Last updated: 10/15/2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies help us understand how you use ResumeThing, remember your preferences, and improve your experience on our platform.
2. How We Use Cookies
ResumeThing uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to distinguish you from other users. This helps us provide you with a good experience and allows us to improve our service.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
🔒 Necessary Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| sb-access-token | Authentication token for Supabase | Session |
| sb-refresh-token | Refresh token for maintaining login | 7 days |
| cookie-consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
| csrf-token | Security token to prevent attacks | Session |
📊 Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - Throttle request rate | 1 minute |
📢 Marketing Cookies (Optional)
These cookies track your activity across websites to help deliver more relevant advertising.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| fbp | Facebook Pixel - Ad targeting | 90 days |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads - Conversion tracking | 90 days |
⚙️ Functional Cookies (Optional)
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| intercom-id | Customer support chat widget | 9 months |
| theme-preference | Stores your UI theme preference | 1 year |
| language | Stores your language preference | 1 year |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Third-party providers include:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics
- Stripe: For payment processing
- Supabase: For authentication and data storage
- Intercom: For customer support (if enabled)
These providers have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We recommend reviewing their policies for more information.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit ResumeThing, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can choose which types of cookies to accept. You can change these preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete some or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies (note: this may affect website functionality)
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, please note that some features of ResumeThing may not function properly:
- Necessary cookies: You won't be able to log in or use the service
- Analytics cookies: We won't be able to improve our service based on usage patterns
- Functional cookies: Some personalization features may not work
- Marketing cookies: You may see less relevant advertisements
7. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) setting. ResumeThing honors DNT signals and will not track, plant cookies, or use advertising when a DNT browser mechanism is in place. However, note that necessary cookies required for the service to function will still be used.
8. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we may use local storage (HTML5) to store preferences and improve performance. Local storage is similar to cookies but can store larger amounts of data. Information stored includes:
- User interface preferences
- Draft resume content (temporarily)
- Session data for improved performance
You can clear local storage through your browser's developer tools or by clearing your browsing data.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@resumethingy.com
- Website: resumethingy.com
- Data Protection Officer: dpo@resumethingy.com
11. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding cookies:
- EU/UK Residents: Right to withdraw consent at any time
- California Residents: Right to opt-out of sale of personal information
- All Users: Right to disable cookies through browser settings
This Cookie Policy forms part of our Privacy Policy. By using ResumeThing, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.