Cookie Policy

Last updated: 8 February 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners useful information.

2. How We Use Cookies

AptSide uses cookies for the following purposes:

CategoryPurposeDuration
EssentialRequired for the website to function (authentication, security)Session / 30 days
FunctionalRemember your preferences and settings1 year
AnalyticsUnderstand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics)2 years
PerformanceA/B testing and feature optimization (GrowthBook)1 year

3. Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

  • next-auth.session-token: Manages user authentication sessions
  • next-auth.csrf-token: Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery
  • next-auth.callback-url: Stores redirect URL after authentication

3.2 Analytics Cookies

  • _ga, _gid: Google Analytics - tracks unique visitors and sessions
  • _gat: Google Analytics - rate limiting

3.3 Third-Party Cookies

  • Stripe: Payment processing and fraud prevention
  • GrowthBook: Feature flags and A/B testing

4. Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to view, manage, delete, and block cookies. Note that blocking essential cookies may affect website functionality.

Opt-Out Links

5. Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we may use local storage to store data locally on your device. This includes search preferences, UI settings, and cached data for improved performance. Local storage data can be cleared through your browser settings.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

7. Contact Us

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

  • Email: privacy@aptside.com.au