Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 20, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their site is being used.
2. How We Use Cookies
ScriptureForge AI uses cookies and similar technologies for several purposes:
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 and fraud prevention
- Remembering your login status
- Loading balancing and server optimization
2.2 Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your settings and preferences:
- Language preferences
- Theme settings (light/dark mode)
- Default Bible translation
- Reading progress and bookmarks
- Font size and display preferences
2.3 Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Features used most frequently
- Error tracking and performance monitoring
- General usage patterns to improve our service
We use Vercel Analytics, which is privacy-focused and does not use cookies that track individuals across websites.
2.4 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality:
- Chat history storage
- Offline Bible reading capabilities
- Progressive Web App (PWA) functionality
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages:
| Provider | Purpose | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vercel | Hosting and analytics | Essential/Analytics |
| Google (OAuth) | Authentication | Essential |
| Stripe | Payment processing | Essential |
4. Local Storage and IndexedDB
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage and IndexedDB to store data locally on your device. This enables features like:
- Offline Bible reading
- Cached chat conversations
- Saved verses and notes
- Reading plan progress
This data remains on your device and is not transmitted to our servers unless you are signed in and choose to sync your data.
5. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
5.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies from being set
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please note that blocking essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Edge: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
6. Cookie Retention
Different cookies have different retention periods:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain until they expire or you delete them
- Authentication cookies: Typically 30 days (or until you sign out)
- Preference cookies: Up to 1 year
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@scriptureforge.ai
Website: https://scriptureforge.ai/contact
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