Cookie Policy

Last updated: December 2025

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device when you visit them. They help websites remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how you interact with the site. SafeKept uses cookies and similar technologies (such as localStorage) to provide a secure and functional service.

2. Our legal basis for using cookies

Under UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), we:

  • Do not require consent for strictly necessary cookies – these are essential for the website to function.
  • Require your explicit consent for any non-essential cookies (analytics, functionality preferences) before we set them.

3. Types of cookies we use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to operate. You cannot opt out of these without breaking core functionality.

NamePurposeDuration
sb-*-auth-tokenSupabase authentication sessionSession / 7 days
safekept_tokenJWT authentication token24 hours
safekept_cookie_consentRecords your cookie choicesUntil cleared

Functionality Cookies (Requires consent)

These remember your preferences so you do not have to set them every visit.

NamePurposeDuration
safekept_themeDark/light mode preference12 months

Analytics Cookies (Requires consent)

We use PostHog for privacy-first analytics. PostHog is configured in EU-hosted mode and does not share data with third parties.

NamePurposeDuration
ph_*PostHog anonymous usage tracking12 months
__ph_opt_in_out_*PostHog consent preference12 months

4. What we do NOT use

SafeKept does not use:

  • Advertising or retargeting cookies
  • Third-party tracking pixels (Facebook, Google Ads, etc.)
  • Cross-site tracking of any kind
  • Any cookies that sell or share your data with advertisers

5. How to manage your preferences

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • See what cookies are stored
  • Delete specific cookies or all cookies
  • Block cookies from certain sites
  • Block all third-party cookies

Note: Blocking essential cookies will log you out and may prevent SafeKept from functioning correctly.

6. Contact us

If you have questions about this policy or how we use cookies, contact our Data Protection Officer at:

legal@safekept.co.uk

This policy is compliant with UK GDPR, PECR, and ICO guidance on cookies and similar technologies.