Cookie Policy
Last updated: 25 January 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how you use the site.
We also use similar technologies like local storage and session storage, which function similarly to cookies.
2. How We Use Cookies
BookEngine uses cookies for the following purposes:
2.1 Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| authjs.session-token | Maintains your login session | 30 days |
| authjs.csrf-token | Security: prevents cross-site request forgery | Session |
| authjs.callback-url | Redirects you after login | Session |
| cookie-consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
2.2 Functional Cookies (Optional)
These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| timezone | Displays times in your local timezone | 1 year |
| booking-form-* | Saves booking form progress | 7 days |
2.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website. We only use analytics if you consent.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics: distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics: maintains session state | 2 years |
Note: Analytics cookies are only set if you accept them in our cookie consent banner.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some features of our service involve third parties that may set their own cookies:
3.1 Stripe (Payment Processing)
When you make a payment, Stripe may set cookies for fraud prevention and payment processing. See Stripe's Cookie Policy.
3.2 Google (Calendar Integration)
If you connect Google Calendar, Google may set cookies during the authentication process. See Google's Cookie Policy.
4. Managing Cookies
4.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept All: Enable all cookies including analytics
- Reject Non-Essential: Only essential cookies will be used
- Customize: Choose which cookie categories to enable
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie icon in the footer or visiting this page.
4.2 Browser Settings
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:
Note: Blocking essential cookies may prevent our service from working correctly.
5. Local Storage
We also use browser local storage for:
- Saving onboarding progress
- Caching business configuration
- Storing cookie consent preferences
Local storage data persists until you clear your browser data or we programmatically remove it.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us at:
Email: privacy@bookengine.io
Manage Your Cookie Preferences
Click the button below to review and change your cookie settings.