Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 1, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how ReadyBid ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the website owners. Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser).
2. Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function. They cannot be disabled. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as logging in, setting preferences, or filling in forms.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| accessToken | Authentication — keeps you logged in | 15 minutes |
| refreshToken | Session persistence — used to refresh your login session | 7 days |
| theme | Stores your light/dark mode preference | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with ReadyBid by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve the platform.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics — maintains session state | 2 years |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferred language or region.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| sidebar_collapsed | Remembers whether you collapsed the sidebar | 1 year |
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages:
- Stripe: Sets cookies for payment processing and fraud prevention. See Stripe's Privacy Policy.
- Google: If you sign in with Google OAuth, Google may set cookies for authentication. See Google's Privacy Policy.
- Sentry: Used for error monitoring and performance tracking. No personally identifiable information is collected.
4. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, ReadyBid uses browser local storage for:
- Authentication tokens: Access and refresh tokens for maintaining your session.
- UI preferences: Theme settings, sidebar state, and other interface preferences.
- Cache: Temporary storage of frequently accessed data to improve performance.
Local storage data is never sent to third parties and remains on your device.
5. How to Manage Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually.
- Block third-party cookies.
- Block all cookies from specific sites.
- Block all cookies from being set.
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser.
Please note that blocking essential cookies may prevent you from using ReadyBid properly. If you block authentication cookies, you will not be able to log in.
6. Do Not Track
ReadyBid respects Do Not Track (DNT) browser signals. When DNT is enabled, we will not use analytics cookies to track your browsing activity.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised "last updated" date.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at privacy@readybid.com.