Cookie Policy

Last updated: February 13, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Friend 2 Chat ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed 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.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:

• User authentication and session management
• Security features (CSRF protection)
• Remembering your login state

These cookies cannot be disabled as the Service would not function without them.

2.2 Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Error messages encountered
• Load times and performance metrics

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:

• Remembering your preferences and settings
• Chat history and conversation state
• Language and display preferences

2.4 Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how our Service is used:

• Number of visitors and page views
• Traffic sources and user flow
• Popular features and content

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages:

• Google Analytics — for website traffic analysis
• Google OAuth — for authentication services

4. Managing Cookies

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

• View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
• Block third-party cookies
• Block cookies from specific sites
• Block all cookies
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Please note that blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of our Service.

5. Cookie Retention

Cookie retention periods vary:

• Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period (typically 30 days to 1 year)
• Authentication cookies expire based on your session length

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. The updated date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at support@friend2chat.com.