Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 29, 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners. This policy also covers similar technologies such as local storage.

2. How We Use Cookies

CelebrateThisMortal uses cookies and similar technologies to provide, protect, and improve our services. Here's how we use them:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and are always enabled because they are required for core functionality such as:

  • Session Management: We use session cookies to keep you logged in while you navigate our site.
  • User Identification: A userId cookie helps us identify your session, even before you create an account, so you can contribute to cards.
  • Authentication: Authentication cookies (e.g., next-auth.session-token) maintain your signed-in state securely.

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:

  • Remembering your preferences and settings
  • Storing your theme preferences (light/dark mode)

2.3 Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. These analytics cookies are not used for advertising, profiling, or cross-site tracking.

  • Vercel Analytics: Collects anonymous usage data to help us improve performance and user experience.
  • Vercel Speed Insights: Monitors page load performance.

2.4 Privacy-Focused Analytics (No Cookies)

We also use Simple Analytics, a privacy-focused analytics service that collects minimal, anonymous data without using cookies. Since it does not use cookies, it is not covered in detail by this Cookie Policy, but is documented in our Privacy Policy.

2.5 Your Consent

By using our website, you consent to the use of essential and functional cookies as described in this policy. Where required by law, we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:

3.1 Google

When you sign in with Google, Google may set cookies to facilitate the authentication process. Google's use of cookies is governed by their Privacy Policy.

3.2 Stripe

When you make a payment, Stripe may use cookies for fraud prevention and to process your payment securely. Stripe's use of cookies is governed by their Privacy Policy.

3.3 Spotify

If you view a card with an embedded Spotify playlist, Spotify may set cookies. Spotify's use of cookies is governed by their Privacy Policy.

3.4 GIPHY

When you search for or view GIFs, GIPHY may set cookies. GIPHY's use of cookies is governed by their Privacy Policy.

3.5 Sentry

We use Sentry for error tracking, which may use cookies to help identify and diagnose issues. Sentry's use of cookies is governed by their Privacy Policy.

We do not control the cookies set by third-party services and recommend reviewing their privacy and cookie policies for more information.

4. Cookie Duration

Cookies can be either session cookies or persistent cookies:

  • Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
  • Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. Authentication cookies may persist for up to 30 days, depending on your session and settings.

5. Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • View what cookies are stored on your device
  • Delete all or specific cookies
  • Block cookies from all or specific websites
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Accept or reject cookies when visiting a website

Please note that if you disable essential cookies, some parts of our website may not function properly. For example, you may not be able to:

  • Stay logged in to your account
  • Create or contribute to celebration cards
  • Complete purchases

6. Browser-Specific Instructions

Here are links to manage cookies in popular browsers:

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will post any changes on this page with an updated revision date.

8. Contact Us

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

Email: christina@celebratethismortal.com

For more information about how we handle your data, please see our Privacy Policy.