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 NamePurposeDuration
    sb-*-auth-tokenAuthentication and session managementSession / 7 days
    csrf_tokenSecurity - prevents cross-site request forgerySession
    cookiePreferencesStores your cookie consent preferences1 year
    themeStores dark/light mode preference1 year

    3.2 Functional Cookies (Optional)

    These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or third-party providers:

    Cookie NamePurposeDuration
    user_locationRemembers your location for task searches30 days
    recent_searchesStores recent search history90 days
    languageLanguage preference1 year
    notification_prefsNotification settings1 year

    3.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)

    These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform by collecting anonymous information:

    ProviderPurposePrivacy Policy
    Google AnalyticsWebsite traffic analysis and user behaviorView
    HotjarHeatmaps and session recordings (anonymized)View
    MixpanelProduct analytics and user engagementView

    3.4 Marketing/Advertising Cookies (Optional)

    These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements:

    ProviderPurposeOpt-Out
    Google AdsConversion tracking and remarketingManage
    Facebook PixelSocial media advertising and analyticsManage

    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