This Cookie Policy explains how Jobs and Careers Ltd ("Jobs and Careers", "we", "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our platform. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work, to work more efficiently, and to provide information to site owners.
Cookies can be "session cookies" (which expire when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them). Cookies can be set by the website you visit ("first-party cookies") or by third-party services on that site ("third-party cookies").
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly necessary for the platform to function. These enable core features like authentication and security. Cannot be disabled.
Remember your preferences and settings to improve your experience. Optional — disabling them means some preferences won't persist.
Help us understand how the platform is used so we can improve it. Data is anonymised and aggregated. Fully optional.
Cookies We Use
| Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| __session | Manages your login session and authentication state | Session (expires when browser closes) | Essential |
| sb-access-token | Supabase authentication access token | 1 hour | Essential |
| sb-refresh-token | Supabase authentication refresh token for persistent login | 30 days | Essential |
| __csrf | Cross-Site Request Forgery protection token | Session | Essential |
| jfr_prefs | Stores your display preferences (e.g., job alert settings, notification preferences) | 1 year | Functional |
| jfr_onboard | Tracks onboarding progress to avoid repeating completed steps | 90 days | Functional |
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users for traffic analysis | 2 years | Analytics |
| _ga_[ID] | Google Analytics — persists session state for analytics | 2 years | Analytics |
| jfr_analytics | Internal analytics cookie — tracks feature usage and page flows for product improvement | 1 year | Analytics |
| cookie_consent | Records your cookie consent choice so we don't ask again | 1 year | Essential |
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several ways to control and manage cookies:
Opens the consent manager where you can enable or disable optional cookies.
Via Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Instructions for major browsers:
- →Google Chrome — Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- →Mozilla Firefox — Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- →Apple Safari — Settings → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- →Microsoft Edge — Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions
Note: Blocking essential cookies will prevent you from logging in or using core platform features. We recommend keeping essential cookies enabled and only adjusting functional and analytics cookies if needed.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our platform. We use:
- Google Analytics — anonymised usage analytics. Governed by Google's Privacy Policy. You can opt out via Google Analytics Opt-out.
- Stripe — payment processing and fraud prevention. Governed by Stripe's Privacy Policy.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will notify you of material changes via email or a notice on the platform.
Contact
For questions about our use of cookies, please contact privacy@jobsandcareers.co.