Cookie Policy
Last updated: May 2026
What is a cookie?
A cookie is a small text file stored in your browser when you visit a website. Cookies allow websites to recognise your browser on return visits and maintain state (such as whether you are logged in).
Cookies we set
The Fret-o-Matic Dev Blog sets one cookie:
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| next-auth.session-token | Maintains your authenticated session after signing in | Session / token expiry |
This cookie is strictly necessary for authentication. It is an HttpOnly cookie (not accessible to JavaScript), Secure in production (HTTPS only), and uses SameSite=Lax to prevent cross-site request forgery.
This cookie is only set when you actively choose to sign in. If you do not sign in, no cookies are set.
Cookies we do NOT set
The Fret-o-Matic Dev Blog does not use:
- Analytics or tracking cookies (no Google Analytics, Plausible, etc.)
- Advertising or retargeting cookies
- Social media tracking pixels
- Third-party cookies of any kind
Your choices
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. If you delete the session cookie, you will be signed out and will need to sign in again.
You can use the Blog without signing in — and without any cookies being set.
localStorage
We store one item in browser localStorage:fom-theme — your dark/light theme preference. This is stored locally in your browser and is never transmitted to our servers. It persists across sessions until you clear your browser storage.
Contact
Questions about this Cookie Policy: legal@fret-o-matic.com