What Are Cookies & Local Storage?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser. Local storage is a similar technology that allows web apps to store data in your browser for faster access. SniffCast uses both to provide a seamless experience.

What We Use

Essential Cookies

These are required for SniffCast to function properly:

Authentication cookies: Keep you signed in and maintain your session securely.
Security tokens: Protect against cross-site request forgery and unauthorized access.

Local Storage

We use your browser's local storage to save:

Your display preferences (temperature units, time format, theme)
Walk window and meal time settings
Your selected location for weather data
Onboarding completion status
Cached weather and activity data for offline access

What We Do NOT Use

❌ No third-party advertising cookies
❌ No analytics tracking cookies
❌ No social media tracking pixels
❌ No cross-site tracking of any kind

Managing Cookies

You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

View and delete individual cookies
Block all cookies or third-party cookies
Clear all cookies when you close the browser

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies or clear local storage:

You will be signed out and need to log in again.
Your display preferences will reset to defaults.
Cached offline data will be cleared and must be reloaded.
The app will still function, but you may need to reconfigure your settings.

Contact

Questions about our use of cookies? Contact us at support@sniffcast.dog.