Cookie Policy
Transparency about how we use cookies to improve your experience.
Last updated: December 1, 2025
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide essential functionality, remember your preferences, and understand how you use our platform so we can improve it.
This policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them. By using TaxScout, you consent to our use of cookies as described below.
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled.
- Authentication and session management
- Security features and fraud prevention
- Load balancing and server optimization
- User preferences and settings storage
- CSRF protection tokens
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors interact with our platform to improve the experience.
- Page view and navigation tracking
- Feature usage analytics
- Performance monitoring
- Error tracking and debugging
- User journey analysis
Functional Cookies
Enable enhanced functionality and personalization features.
- Remember calculator inputs and preferences
- Language and regional settings
- Dark mode and accessibility preferences
- Recently viewed properties
- Customized dashboard layouts
Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies:
| Provider | Purpose | Retention |
|---|---|---|
| Clerk | Authentication and user session management | Session / 30 days |
| Vercel Analytics | Anonymous website performance monitoring | 24 months |
| Sentry | Error tracking and debugging | 90 days |
| PostHog | Product analytics and feature flags | 12 months |
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have control over cookies in several ways:
- Browser Settings: Most browsers let you block or delete cookies through their settings menu
- Cookie Banner: Use our cookie consent banner to manage optional cookies
- Opt-Out Links: Visit third-party opt-out pages for analytics services
Note: Disabling essential cookies may prevent some features from working properly.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions about our use of cookies or want to exercise your data rights, please contact our privacy team.
Email: privacy@taxscout.com
Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our website. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.