Cookie Policy

Last updated: July 8, 2026

Cookie Policy

Last updated: July 8, 2026

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use them to remember your preferences and make GigTry work properly.

Types of Cookies We Use

Necessary (always on):

  • Session cookies for login
  • Security cookies (CSRF protection)
  • Shopping cart
Functional (opt-in):
  • Theme preference (light/dark)
  • Language preference
  • Profession/business profile
Analytics (opt-in):
  • Anonymous page view tracking
  • Feature usage (which tools you use, not who you are)
Marketing (opt-in):
  • Email engagement tracking (opens, clicks)

Third-Party Cookies

  • Stripe — payment session (PCI-compliant)
  • Resend — email tracking (only for marketing emails you opted into)
We do NOT use:
  • Advertising cookies (Google Ads, Facebook Pixel)
  • Cross-site tracking cookies
  • Fingerprinting

Managing Cookies

Use the consent banner (bottom-left cookie icon) to change preferences anytime. Necessary cookies can't be disabled (the site won't work).

You can also clear cookies in your browser settings.

Cookie Retention

  • Session: deleted when you close browser
  • Preferences: 1 year
  • Analytics: 12 months
  • Consent record: 13 months (legal requirement)

Changes

We'll update this policy if we add new cookies. We'll notify you via the consent banner.

How we keep this updated

GigTry monitors legal developments (GDPR, CCPA, FTC guidelines, AI Act) and our legal team reviews policies quarterly. When laws change, we update policies within 30 days and notify users by email. Our system suggests updates — a human always reviews before publishing.