Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and improving our service.

This Cookie Policy explains how Resume Maker ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website theresumemaker.net.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:

• User authentication and login sessions
• Security and fraud prevention
• Basic website functionality
• Load balancing and performance

Legal Basis: These cookies are necessary for the performance of our contract with you.

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences:

• Language and region preferences
• Theme and display settings
• Resume templates and customizations
• Form data to prevent loss during editing

Legal Basis: Your consent, which you can withdraw at any time.

2.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website:

• Page views and user interactions
• Popular features and content
• Error tracking and performance monitoring
• User journey analysis (anonymized)

Legal Basis: Your consent and our legitimate interest in improving our service.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:

3.1 Authentication Services

• Google OAuth: For Google sign-in functionality
• Supabase Auth: For user authentication and session management

3.2 Analytics and Performance

• Vercel Analytics: For website performance monitoring
• Error Tracking: For identifying and fixing technical issues

4. Cookie Duration

4.1 Session Cookies

These cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They are used for:

• Maintaining your login session
• Temporary form data storage
• Security tokens

4.2 Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a specified period:

• Authentication tokens: Up to 30 days
• Preferences: Up to 1 year
• Analytics: Up to 2 years (anonymized)

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies only
• Delete existing cookies
• Receive notifications when cookies are set

5.2 Our Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences through our cookie banner or by contacting us. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

6. Browser-Specific Instructions

7. Mobile Devices

For mobile browsers, cookie settings are typically found in the browser's privacy or security settings. You can also:

• Use private/incognito browsing mode
• Clear browsing data regularly
• Adjust app-specific privacy settings

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may affect your experience:

• You may need to log in repeatedly
• Your preferences may not be saved
• Some features may not work properly
• Website performance may be reduced

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of significant changes through our website or by email.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

11. Your Rights

Under GDPR and Indian data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies
• Access information about cookies we use
• Request deletion of cookie data
• Object to cookie-based processing