Cookie Policy
Last updated: May 28, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how AvailableSpace.com ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
By continuing to browse or use our Platform, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer or mobile device by your web browser when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to the owners of the platform.
- Session Cookies:Temporary cookies that expire and are automatically erased when you close your web browser.
- Persistent Cookies:Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them.
2. How We Use Cookies
AvailableSpace.com utilizes cookies to power our full-stack architecture, secure user accounts, and analyze how users interact with our directory. We categorize our cookies into three specific tiers:
A. Essential & Functional Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are critical for the website to operate. Without them, core platform workflows cannot function.
- User Authentication: Powering secure sign-in sessions so you stay logged into your Host Dashboard or Renter account while moving between pages.
- Security & Infrastructure: Managing system firewall parameters, anti-spam protections, and secure database connections provided through our cloud partners (Vercel and Supabase).
- Preferences: Remembering choices you make, such as hiding a layout alert banner or selecting a dark/light UI theme preference.
B. Analytical & Performance Cookies
These cookies help us gather anonymous metrics regarding how visitors move across the Site.
- Traffic Insights: Tracking which listing pages or space categories are visited most frequently.
- Error Detection: Helping us identify if any users encounter broken components or 404 errors so we can resolve them quickly.
- Speed Testing: Measuring page-load performance to continuously improve the platform experience.
C. Advertising & Marketing Cookies
We may use these cookies to display relevant advertisements or promotional material.
- Retargeting: Showing you AvailableSpace.com advertisements on third-party websites after you have visited our platform.
- Campaign Tracking: Understanding which marketing channels drive new user sign-ups or listing submissions.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Our Platform may contain cookies set by trusted third parties, including:
- Vercel Analytics: For measuring website performance and usage patterns.
- Supabase: For authentication session management and secure database connectivity.
- Google Analytics (if enabled): For comprehensive traffic analysis and user behavior insights.
These third parties have their own privacy policies governing the use of their cookies. We encourage you to review their policies for more information.
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
- Browser Settings:Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these options in the "Privacy" or "Security" section of your browser's preferences.
- Opt-Out Tools: Many advertising networks offer opt-out mechanisms. Visit the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) or Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) websites for more information.
- Do Not Track:Some browsers support "Do Not Track" signals. While we respect these preferences where technically feasible, not all tracking technologies respond to DNT signals.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact your ability to use some features of our Platform, including staying logged in or saving your preferences.
5. Cookie Retention
The length of time a cookie remains on your device depends on whether it is a session or persistent cookie. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain until they expire or you delete them. Authentication cookies typically persist for up to 30 days to maintain your logged-in session, while analytical cookies may persist for up to 2 years.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make material changes, we will notify you by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: