Cookie Policy
Last updated: April 2026
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They allow the website to remember your actions and preferences (such as login, language, and display settings) over a period of time, so you don't have to re-enter these details every time you visit the site or navigate between pages.
Which cookies do we use?
We use different types of cookies for different purposes:
1. Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you that amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| sb-*-auth-token | Supabase | Authentication and session management | Session / 1 year |
| cookie_consent | NextChapter | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
2. Payment cookies
When you make a payment on our website, the following cookies may be set by our payment providers:
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| __stripe_mid | Stripe | Fraud prevention | 1 year |
| __stripe_sid | Stripe | Session ID for payments | 30 minutes |
3. Analytics and performance cookies
If we use analytics to understand how visitors use our website, we will ask for your consent before such cookies are set. Without consent, no analytics cookies are placed on your device.
Legal basis
The storage of strictly necessary cookies is carried out on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR and § 25 (2) no. 2 TTDSG. We have a legitimate interest in storing these cookies, as without them the basic functions of our website cannot be guaranteed.
For non-necessary cookies we obtain your consent in accordance with Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR and § 25 (1) TTDSG before they are set.
How can you manage cookies?
You have several options to control the use of cookies:
Cookie settings in your browser
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies via their settings. You can:
- accept all cookies;
- be notified when cookies are set;
- reject all cookies;
- delete cookies that have already been set.
Instructions for the most common browsers:
Note
Please note that disabling cookies may impact the functionality of our website. If you reject all cookies, you may not be able to log in or use certain features.
Third-party cookies
Some of the cookies listed above are set by third parties. These providers have their own privacy policies:
Contact
If you have questions about our cookie policy or data protection in general, contact:
Email: maureen@next-chapter.net
For further information about the processing of your personal data, please see our privacy policy.
Changes to this cookie policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time to reflect changes to the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Last updated: April 2026