Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how The Bench View Basketball uses cookies and similar technologies on benchviewbasketball.com. By continuing to use our platform, you consent to the use of cookies as described below.

Quick Summary

  • We use essential authentication cookies to keep you logged in.
  • Payments are processed securely via Stripe using its own cookies.
  • Analytics cookies help us understand and improve the platform.
  • No advertising or third-party marketing cookies are used.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how you use the platform. We only use cookies that are necessary for the platform to function or that help us improve your experience.

2. Cookies We Use

The Bench View Basketball uses the following categories of cookies:

Essential

Essential Cookies

Required for the platform to function. These cannot be disabled without breaking core functionality.

sb-access-tokenSupabase authentication — keeps you logged in to your accountSession
sb-refresh-tokenSupabase session refresh — maintains your login across browser restarts1 year
Next.js sessionNext.js framework — stores routing and page state for smooth navigationSession
Payment

Payment Processing Cookies

Set by Stripe to enable secure checkout and fraud prevention.

__stripe_midStripe fraud prevention and secure checkout processing1 year
__stripe_sidStripe session identification for secure payment processingSession
Analytics

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how users interact with the platform. All data is anonymised and aggregated.

_gaGoogle Analytics — anonymised usage statistics to improve the platform2 years
_gidGoogle Analytics — distinguishes users for session tracking24 hours

3. Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are required for the platform to function. They enable authentication (logging in and staying logged in), secure checkout via Stripe, and basic page navigation. These cookies cannot be disabled without breaking core platform functionality.

4. Analytics Cookies

We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with The Bench View Basketball platform — for example, which Training Units are most visited and where users drop off. All data collected is anonymised and aggregated. No personally identifiable information is shared with Google Analytics.

5. What We Do NOT Use

  • We do not use advertising or retargeting cookies.
  • We do not use social media tracking pixels.
  • We do not sell cookie data to third parties.
  • We do not use cookies to build advertising profiles.

6. Managing Cookies

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

  • View cookies currently stored on your device.
  • Delete all or specific cookies.
  • Block cookies from specific websites.
  • Block all third-party cookies.

Please note that disabling essential cookies will prevent you from logging in or accessing your subscription content on The Bench View Basketball.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy as our platform evolves. Any significant changes will be communicated via email or a notice on the platform. Continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance.

8. Contact

For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at: thebenchview2026@gmail.com

See also our Privacy Policy for full details on how we handle your data.

Need help?

Have questions about how we use cookies or your data? Our support team is here to help.

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