Cookie Policy

Last Updated: September 15, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how VeriAct ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on https://veriact.co.uk.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and improve your experience.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies (Always Active)

Purpose: Required for the Service to function

Cannot be disabled: These are necessary for core functionality.

Cookie Name	Provider	Purpose	Duration
__session	Clerk	Authentication - keeps you logged in	Session
__clerk_db_jwt	Clerk	Secure token for authentication	1 year
__client_uat	Clerk	User authentication tracking	1 year

2.2 Functional Cookies (Optional)

Purpose: Remember your preferences

Cookie Name	Provider	Purpose	Duration
theme	VeriAct	Remember dark/light mode preference	1 year
sidebar_state	VeriAct	Remember sidebar collapsed/expanded	1 year

2.3 Analytics Cookies (With Consent)

Purpose: Help us understand how you use the Service

Cookie Name	Provider	Purpose	Duration
_vercel_analytics	Vercel	Anonymous usage statistics	1 year

We do NOT use:

Advertising cookies
Third-party tracking cookies
Social media cookies

3. How We Use Cookies

3.1 Authentication

Keep you logged in between sessions
Secure your account access
Provide seamless experience

3.2 Functionality

Remember preferences
Store temporary data (e.g., drafts)
Maintain session state

3.3 Analytics (If Consented)

Understand feature usage
Identify performance issues
Improve the Service

We do NOT: Track you across other websites or sell your data.

4. Third-Party Cookies

4.1 Clerk (Authentication)

Purpose: Secure authentication and user management
Privacy Policy: https://clerk.com/privacy

4.2 Vercel (Hosting)

Purpose: Service delivery and optional analytics
Privacy Policy: https://vercel.com/legal/privacy-policy

4.3 Stripe (Payments)

Purpose: Secure payment processing
Privacy Policy: https://stripe.com/privacy
Note: Stripe cookies only appear on checkout pages.

5. Your Cookie Choices

5.1 Essential Cookies

Cannot be disabled — required for the Service to work.

5.2 Optional Cookies

You can control optional cookies using your browser settings:

Chrome → Settings → Privacy → Cookies
Firefox → Settings → Privacy → Cookies
Safari → Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
Edge → Settings → Privacy → Cookies

If a cookie banner is implemented, you may choose:

Accept all cookies
Accept only essential cookies
Customize preferences

5.3 Disabling Cookies

Warning: Disabling essential cookies prevents login or purchases.

6. Browser Storage

6.1 Local Storage

Used to store your action items and temporary transcripts locally (Free plan). Clear via browser settings → “Clear browsing data → Cookies and site data”.

6.2 Session Storage

Used for temporary session data, automatically cleared on browser close.

7. Do Not Track (DNT)

We respect “Do Not Track” signals. If DNT is enabled, analytics cookies are not loaded. Essential cookies remain required.

8. Cookie Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Updates are posted here with a new “Last Updated” date.

9. Your Rights (GDPR/UK GDPR)

Know what cookies we use
Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies
Request deletion of cookie data

To exercise these rights, email privacy@veriact.co.uk.

10. Contact Us

Email: privacy@veriact.co.uk
Website: https://veriact.co.uk/contact

11. More Information

By using VeriAct, you consent to our use of essential cookies and can manage optional cookies as described above.