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Cookie Policy

Last updated: May 21, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Pup File uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. By using our platform, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. They help websites remember your preferences, authenticate your session, and understand how you interact with the site. Cookies can be "persistent" (remain on your device) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser).

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

• Essential / Strictly Necessary: Required for the platform to function. These enable authentication, session management, and security. Without these cookies, the service cannot operate properly.
• Preference / Functionality: Remember your settings such as dark mode preference, pet selection, and calculator inputs.
• Analytics: Help us understand how users interact with Pup File so we can improve the experience. We use these to track page views, feature usage, and error rates.

3. Cookies We Set

Cookie Name	Type	Purpose	Duration
pupfile_user	Essential	Caches user session data for seamless navigation	Session
pupfile_pets	Preference	Stores pet list for quick access across pages	Session
pupfile_theme	Preference	Remembers your dark/light mode selection	1 year
pupfile_sitter_name	Preference	Stores sitter name for logging entries	Session
pupfile_calc_*	Preference	Remembers last calculator input values	1 year
sb-*	Essential	Authentication and session tokens	Session

4. Third-Party Cookies

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

We do not use advertising cookies, tracking pixels, or social media cookies on Pup File. We do not sell cookie data to third parties.

5. Your Cookie Choices

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

• Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to view, block, or delete cookies. Check your browser's help documentation:
• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge
• Essential Cookies: Blocking essential cookies will prevent Pup File from functioning. You will not be able to log in or use the platform.
• Preference Cookies: You may delete these without affecting core functionality, but some settings (like dark mode) will reset.

6. localStorage

In addition to cookies, Pup File uses browser localStorage to cache user data (pets list, user info) and preferences (theme selection, calculator history). This data stays on your device and is not automatically transmitted to us. You can clear localStorage through your browser settings at any time without affecting platform functionality.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Material changes will be communicated via email or platform notification.

8. Contact

If you have questions about our use of cookies:

• Email: support@pupfile.com
• In-app: Use the Support tab in your dashboard