This Cookie Policy explains how Thanet Directory(“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit thanetdirectory.com. It describes what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work correctly, remember your preferences, and provide information to site owners. Cookies set by us are called first-party cookies. Cookies set by third-party services we use (such as analytics or payments) are called third-party cookies.

What cookies do we use?

Essential cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function. They cannot be disabled.

Cookie	Provider	Purpose	Duration
sb-*-auth-token	Supabase	Maintains your login session	Session / 1 week
__stripe_mid	Stripe	Fraud prevention during payment	1 year
__stripe_sid	Stripe	Payment session security	30 minutes

Analytics cookies (with your consent)

These help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it. They are only set after you accept optional cookies via our consent banner.

Cookie	Provider	Purpose	Duration
ph_*	PostHog	Anonymous usage analytics — pages visited, clicks, session length	1 year

Local storage

We also use browser local storage (not cookies) to remember recently viewed listings on your device. This data never leaves your browser and is not sent to our servers.

How to control cookies

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie consent banner. You also have the right to block or delete cookies through your browser settings:

Please note that blocking essential cookies will prevent you from logging in and using account features.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. We encourage you to check back periodically.

Contact

For any questions about our use of cookies, email us at hello@thanetdirectory.com.