Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Spect-IT ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our vision and hearing screening application and services (the "Service"). This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

By using our Service, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website or use an application. Cookies help websites and apps remember information about your visit, such as your preferences, login status, and activities.

Cookies can be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (remain on your device until they expire or you delete them).

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function properly. They enable core functionality such as authentication, security, and session management.

You cannot opt out of essential cookies because they are necessary for the Service to work. If you disable these cookies through your browser settings, some features of the Service may not function properly.

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences, language settings, and test history.

3.3 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how you use the Service, such as which pages you visit, how long you spend on each page, and any errors you encounter. This data helps us improve the Service and user experience.

We use anonymized or aggregated analytics data whenever possible to protect your privacy.

3.4 Advertising and Marketing Cookies

Currently, Spect-IT does not use advertising or marketing cookies. We do not track you across other websites for advertising purposes, and we do not sell your personal information to third parties.

If we introduce advertising or marketing cookies in the future, we will update this Cookie Policy and provide you with clear options to opt out.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party service providers who set cookies on our behalf to help us operate and improve the Service. These third parties may include:

• Hosting and Infrastructure: Supabase and other cloud service providers use cookies to maintain secure connections and deliver the Service reliably.
• Analytics: We may use analytics services to understand how users interact with the Service and identify areas for improvement.
• Authentication: Our authentication provider uses cookies to manage secure login and session management.

These third parties are bound by confidentiality agreements and are only permitted to use cookies for the specific purposes we authorize. They are not allowed to use your information for their own purposes or share it with other third parties.

5. Local Storage and Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as:

• Local Storage: HTML5 local storage allows us to store data locally on your device, such as test results, user preferences, and device calibration settings. This data persists even after you close your browser.
• Session Storage: Similar to local storage but data is cleared when you close the browser tab or window.
• IndexedDB: A more advanced client-side storage system for storing larger amounts of structured data, such as test history and screening results.

These technologies serve similar purposes to cookies but offer greater storage capacity and functionality. They are subject to the same privacy protections as cookies.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

• View which cookies are stored on your device
• Delete existing cookies
• Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
• Set preferences for specific websites

6.2 Mobile Device Settings

On mobile devices, you can manage cookies and tracking through your device settings:

• iOS: Settings → Safari → Advanced → Website Data or Block All Cookies
• Android: Settings → Site Settings → Cookies (location varies by browser)

6.3 Impact of Disabling Cookies

7. Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers support "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals that request websites not to track your browsing activity. Currently, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals, and we do not currently respond to DNT signals.

However, we are committed to respecting your privacy. You can control cookies and tracking through your browser settings and device permissions as described above.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding cookies and tracking technologies, including:

• Right to Access: You can request information about the cookies and data we collect
• Right to Deletion: You can request deletion of cookies and associated data
• Right to Opt-Out: You can opt out of non-essential cookies
• Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent to cookies at any time

To exercise these rights or for questions about cookies, contact us at tanstrauss@gmail.com.

9. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at: