Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 2026
1. What is a Cookie?
Cookies are small text files that a website asks your browser to store on your device when you visit the site. They help the website remember your device and preferences across visits or during a session. Hoopstr sets first-party cookies only — we do not use third-party advertising or tracking cookies.
2. Purpose of Using Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- To record your cookie consent preference
- To identify unique visitors and track website usage analytics
- To maintain session continuity as you browse the site
3. Types of Cookies Used
- Strictly Necessary Cookies — Essential for core site functionality (consent preference)
- Analytics Cookies — Help us understand how visitors use the site (visitor ID, session ID). These are only set after you accept the cookie consent banner.
4. Cookie List
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are set regardless of your consent preference, as they are essential for the website to function.
| Cookie | Domain | Expiration | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| hoopstr_cookie_consent | hoopstr.ai | 1 year | Stores your cookie consent preference ("accepted" or "declined"). Set when you interact with the cookie consent banner. |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies are only set after you click "Accept" on the cookie consent banner.
| Cookie | Domain | Expiration | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| hoopstr_vid | hoopstr.ai | 2 years | A randomly generated unique visitor identifier (UUID). Used to distinguish unique visitors and understand usage patterns. Contains no personal information. |
| hoopstr_sid | hoopstr.ai | Session | A randomly generated session identifier (UUID). Used to group page views into browsing sessions. Expires when you close your browser. |
5. Session Storage
In addition to cookies, we use your browser's session storage (which is automatically cleared when you close the tab) to track the pages you visit during a single browsing session. This data is not persisted across sessions and is used solely to provide context when you interact with our chat assistant.
6. What We Do Not Use
Hoopstr does not use any of the following:
- Third-party advertising cookies (Google Ads, DoubleClick, etc.)
- Social media tracking cookies (LinkedIn, Facebook, etc.)
- Cross-site tracking technologies
- Fingerprinting or device identification beyond cookies
7. Cookie Control
When you first visit our site, a cookie consent banner lets you accept or decline analytics cookies. If you decline, only strictly necessary cookies are set and no analytics tracking occurs.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings:
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
8. Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information. For any queries, reach out to us at dpo@hoopstr.ai.