Cookies Policy
Last Updated: March 2, 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookies Policy explains how Stage One Inc. ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at joinstageone.com. It describes what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, provide a better browsing experience, and supply information to the site owners. We also use similar technologies such as session storage and local storage for temporary data.
3. Cookies and Technologies We Use
Stage One uses a minimal set of cookies and browser storage technologies. Below is a detailed breakdown of each:
A. Strictly Necessary (Required)
These are essential for the website to function. They cannot be disabled.
| Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| sidebar_state | Remembers whether the navigation sidebar is open or collapsed so your preference persists across pages. | 7 days | Cookie |
| verification_token | Temporarily stores a one-time verification token during the referrer email verification flow. Deleted immediately upon use. | Session | Session Storage |
| verification_email | Temporarily stores the email address being verified alongside the verification token. Deleted immediately upon use. | Session | Session Storage |
B. Analytics
These help us understand how visitors interact with Stage One so we can improve the experience.
| Provider | Purpose | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Vercel Analytics | Collects anonymous, aggregated usage data including page views, visit duration, and web vitals performance metrics. | Vercel Analytics is privacy-focused and does not use cookies. Data is aggregated and cannot be used to identify individual users. |
C. Third-Party Services
The following third-party services integrated into Stage One may set their own cookies when you interact with them:
| Service | When Used | Cookies Set By |
|---|---|---|
| Stripe | When you purchase pitch tokens via the checkout flow. | Stripe Inc. — cookies for fraud prevention, payment processing, and session management. |
| Google Fonts | Fonts are loaded from Google servers when you visit any page. | Google LLC — may log your IP address for this request. |
4. What We Do NOT Use
Stage One does not use:
- Advertising or remarketing cookies
- Cross-site tracking pixels or beacons
- Social media tracking widgets
- Fingerprinting or device identification technologies
- localStorage for persistent data storage or user profiling
5. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies: See what cookies are stored and delete them individually.
- Block cookies: Configure your browser to block all or specific cookies. Note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may prevent parts of Stage One from functioning correctly.
- Delete cookies: Clear all cookies when you close your browser or at any time from your browser settings.
For instructions on managing cookies in your browser, visit:
6. Session Storage and Local Storage
In addition to cookies, Stage One uses browser session storage for temporary data that is automatically cleared when you close your browser tab. Unlike cookies, session storage data is never sent to our servers with each request — it remains entirely on your device and is used solely for in-session functionality such as the email verification flow.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookies Policy, please contact us at:
Stage One Inc.
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Email: hellostageoneteam@gmail.com