How we usecookies

We believe in full transparency about the data we collect. Here's everything you need to know about cookies on StudyHouse.

Last updated: April 2026

TL;DR — The Short Version

We use cookies for essential session security, performance, and transparent advertising. We never sell your personal data. You can manage or opt out of non-essential and personalized cookies at any time through your browser or Google ad settings.

What is a cookie?

A cookie is a small text file that a website stores on your device when you visit it. Cookies help the website remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how you use the site. They're a standard part of how the modern web works.

Cookie Categories

Types of cookies we use

We categorize our cookies by purpose. Essential cookies cannot be disabled — all others are optional.

Essential Cookies

Required

These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function. They enable core features like authentication, session management, and security. Without these, the site cannot operate properly.

Session authentication (next-auth)CSRF protection tokensSecurity preferences

Functional Cookies

Optional

These cookies remember your preferences and settings to provide a more personalized experience. They help the site function more smoothly based on your choices.

Theme preference (dark/light mode)Language selectionView mode preference (grid/list)

Analytics Cookies

Optional

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform. All data is anonymized and used solely to improve our services and user experience.

Page view trackingFeature usage statisticsPerformance monitoring

Third-Party & Advertising Cookies

Optional

Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites across the internet. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve personalized and non-personalized ads to our visitors. You may opt out of personalized advertising at any time by visiting Google Ads Settings (https://www.google.com/settings/ads) or through aboutads.info.

Google AdSense advertising cookiesDoubleClick cookieAd measurement & analytics

Your Cookie Rights

You're in control of your cookie preferences

View all cookies stored by our site

Accept or reject non-essential cookies

Change your preferences at any time

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Questions about cookies?

We're committed to transparency. Feel free to reach out with any concerns about your data.