Cookie Policy Last Updated: July 19, 2026 This Cookie Policy explains how GetCarer (getcarer.co.uk) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you 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 data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners in order to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information. ### 2. Why do we use Cookies? We use first-party and third-party cookies for several reasons. Some cookies are required for technical reasons in order for our Website to operate, which we refer to as "essential" or "strictly necessary" cookies. Other cookies enable us to track and target the interests of our users to enhance their experience. ### 3. Types of Cookies We Use #### A. Strictly Necessary Cookies (Essential) These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems: - **Supabase Session Cookies:** Used to securely identify your user session and keep you logged into your account as a carer or client. - **Stripe Cookies:** Used to process payments securely and prevent fraud during the carer booking checkout process. #### B. Analytics & Performance Cookies These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously: - **Analytics Cookies:** Used to measure traffic and see which pages are the most popular so we can improve the platform's user experience. ### 4. How can I control Cookies? You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. - **Browser Controls:** You can set or amend your web browser controls to accept or refuse cookies. If you choose to reject essential cookies, you may still use our website, though your access to some features and secure areas of our platform (like logging in) will be restricted. - **Consent Banner:** When you first visit our site, you will see a cookie consent banner where you can customize your preferences.