Cookie Policy

Last Updated: May 27, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how WavHive ("WavHive," "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit or use our platform at wavhive.com (the "Platform"). By continuing to use the Platform, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, phone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember your actions and preferences over time so you don't have to re-enter them whenever you come back or browse between pages.

2. What Cookies We Use

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are required for the Platform to function. They cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as logging in or setting privacy preferences.

CookiePurposeDuration
next-auth.session-tokenMaintains your authenticated sessionSession / 30 days
next-auth.csrf-tokenProtects against cross-site request forgery attacksSession
next-auth.callback-urlStores the URL to redirect to after sign-inSession
__Secure-next-auth.session-tokenSecure version of session token (HTTPS)30 days

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your theme preference or audio player settings.

CookiePurposeDuration
wavhive_themeStores your light/dark mode preference1 year
wavhive_sidebarRemembers sidebar collapsed/expanded state1 year
wavhive_player_volumeRemembers your last audio player volume setting1 year

2.3 Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how users interact with the Platform so we can improve it. These cookies collect information in an aggregated, anonymous form.

CookieProviderPurposeDuration
_gaGoogle Analytics 4Distinguishes unique users2 years
_ga_*Google Analytics 4Stores and counts page views2 years
_gidGoogle Analytics 4Distinguishes users (short-term)24 hours

You can opt out of Google Analytics at any time by visiting https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some of our features embed content or connect to third-party services that may set their own cookies. We do not control these cookies. Third parties include:

  • AWS (Amazon Web Services) — secure audio file delivery and storage
  • Resend — email delivery for notifications and account management
  • Vercel — platform infrastructure and performance monitoring

We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties.

4. How to Control Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies will prevent the Platform from functioning correctly (for example, you will not be able to stay logged in).

Do Not Track: Some browsers transmit a "Do Not Track" signal. We currently do not respond to this signal, but we will revisit this as industry standards develop.

5. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

6. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:

WavHive
Email: privacy@wavhive.com