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Cookie Policy

Last updated: February 13, 2026

This cookie policy explains how GroanDeck uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and provide a better user experience.

Essential Cookies We Use

We use the following essential cookies to provide core functionality:

Viewer ID Cookie

  • Purpose: Anonymous user identification for reactions and streaks
  • Duration: 1 year
  • Type: Essential functionality

NextAuth Session Cookie

  • Purpose: Secure authentication when signed in with Google
  • Duration: Session (expires when browser closes)
  • Type: Essential security

Advertising Cookies

We do not currently use advertising cookies. GroanDeck does not display advertisements or use cookies for advertising purposes at this time.

If we introduce advertising in the future, we will update this policy and implement appropriate consent mechanisms to respect your preferences.

Analytics and Performance

We may use analytics cookies to understand how visitors use our site and to improve performance. These cookies collect anonymized data about page views, popular content, and technical performance.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to view, manage, and delete cookies. You can usually find these options in your browser's privacy or security settings.

Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may affect your experience on GroanDeck:

  • Daily streak tracking will not work
  • Joke reactions will not be saved
  • You may need to sign in repeatedly
  • Site preferences will not be remembered

Third-Party Cookies

When you sign in with Google, Google may set its own cookies according to their privacy policy. We do not control these third-party cookies.

Future Changes

As GroanDeck grows, we may introduce new features that require additional cookies:

  • Advertising cookies (with your consent)
  • Enhanced analytics cookies
  • Social media integration cookies

We will always update this policy and implement appropriate consent mechanisms before introducing non-essential cookies.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us or read our privacy policy for more information about how we handle your data.