Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 16, 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
How We Use Cookies
ValueCapper uses a minimal number of cookies, limited to what is strictly necessary for the operation of our website. We do not use cookies for advertising, tracking, or marketing purposes.
Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies (Essential)
These cookies are required for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as logging in or setting your preferences.
| Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | Secure tokens that keep you logged in. These include your access token, ID token, and refresh token. | Session / 30 days |
| Session Management | Maintains your authentication session across page loads. | Session |
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use your browser's local storage for:
- Theme preference – Remembers whether you prefer light or dark mode
Local storage is not sent to our servers and remains entirely on your device.
What We Don't Do
- We do not use analytics cookies (such as Google Analytics)
- We do not use advertising or marketing cookies
- We do not use third-party tracking pixels
- We do not sell or share your data with advertisers
Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these options in your browser's "Settings," "Preferences," or "Privacy" menu.
Please note: If you disable cookies entirely, you will not be able to log in to your Scratchsoft account or access member-only features. Our authentication system requires cookies to maintain your secure session.
Here are links to cookie management instructions for popular browsers:
Third-Party Services
When you use certain features, you may interact with third-party services that have their own cookie policies:
- Payment processing – When you make a purchase, our payment processor may use cookies to process your transaction securely.
- Authentication – We use industry-standard cloud services for secure authentication.
For more information about our service providers, please see our Privacy Policy.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us.