Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2026
Effective Date: January 22, 2026
1. 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 us information about how you use our platform.
We also use similar technologies such as:
- Local Storage: Data stored in your browser that persists even after you close the browser
- Session Storage: Data stored temporarily during your browsing session
- Pixels/Web Beacons: Small images embedded in pages or emails to track activity
- Device Fingerprinting: Collection of device characteristics for identification
2. Legal Framework (PIPEDA Compliance)
This Cookie Policy complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial privacy legislation in Canada, including:
- Saskatchewan: FOIP (Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act)
- Alberta: PIPA (Personal Information Protection Act)
- British Columbia: PIPA (Personal Information Protection Act)
- Quebec: Act Respecting the Protection of Personal Information (Law 25)
Your Consent: By continuing to use our platform after being notified of this Cookie Policy, you consent to our use of cookies as described herein. You may withdraw consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences below or in your browser settings.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are strictly necessary for the platform to function. Without them, services you have asked for cannot be provided. They include:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
sb-*-auth-token | Authentication and session management | Session / 7 days |
csrf_token | Security - prevents cross-site request forgery | Session |
cookiePreferences | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
theme | Stores dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
3.2 Functional Cookies (Optional)
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or third-party providers:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
user_location | Remembers your location for task searches | 30 days |
recent_searches | Stores recent search history | 90 days |
language | Language preference | 1 year |
notification_prefs | Notification settings | 1 year |
3.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform by collecting anonymous information:
4. Manage Your Cookie Preferences
Use the controls below to customize which cookies you allow. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the platform to function.
Essential Cookies
Required for the platform to work properly
Functional Cookies
Enhanced features and personalization
Analytics Cookies
Help us improve the platform experience
Marketing Cookies
Personalized advertisements
5. Browser Cookie Controls
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Here are instructions for popular browsers:
Note: Disabling cookies may affect platform functionality. Some features may not work correctly without essential cookies.
6. Third-Party Services
Our platform integrates with third-party services that may set their own cookies:
- Stripe: Payment processing (Privacy Policy)
- Supabase: Database and authentication services
- Google Maps: Location and mapping services (Privacy Policy)
- Intercom: Customer support chat (if applicable)
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our platform. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when this policy was last revised.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
SaskTask Privacy Team
Email: privacy@sasktask.com
Address: Saskatchewan, Canada