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Cookie Policy
Last updated: June 2, 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, keep you signed in, and understand how you use the service. We also use similar technologies such as local storage and session storage.
2. Cookies We Use
Shipmater uses the following categories of cookies:
| Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Authentication token storage, CSRF protection, and session management. Required for the Platform to function. | Session / persistent (up to 30 days) |
| Functional | Remembering your UI preferences such as selected filters and map settings. | Up to 1 year |
| Analytics | Aggregated, anonymised usage statistics to help us improve the Platform. No personally identifiable information is shared with analytics providers. | Up to 2 years |
| Third-party | Stripe sets cookies when you interact with payment forms to detect fraud and ensure secure checkout. | Varies |
3. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, Shipmater stores your authentication token in your browser's localStorage. This is strictly necessary to keep you signed in across page reloads and cannot be disabled while using the Platform. It is cleared when you log out or clear your browser data.
4. Your Choices
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Block all cookies — most browsers allow you to refuse cookies. Note that blocking essential cookies will prevent you from logging in.
- Delete cookies — you can delete existing cookies via your browser's history or privacy settings.
- Opt-out of analytics — contact us at privacy@shipmater.com to opt out of analytics tracking.
Instructions for common browsers: Chrome · Firefox · Safari · Edge.
5. Third-Party Links
Our Platform may contain links to third-party sites. This Cookie Policy does not apply to those sites. We encourage you to review their individual cookie and privacy policies.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes your acceptance.
7. Contact
For questions about our use of cookies, email privacy@shipmater.com.