Updated August 29, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Very Good Software, LLC ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at fireside.fm and related services (collectively, the "Service").
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several purposes:
- Authentication: To keep you logged in to your account
- Preferences: To remember your settings and preferences
- Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website
- Advertising: To measure campaigns and show relevant Fireside advertising
- Security: To protect against fraud and abuse
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and remembering your login status. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to collect information about how visitors use our website. This helps us improve the website's performance and user experience.
Stored Preferences
Some preferences use browser storage rather than cookies. For example, Fireside saves your light or dark theme choice in your browser.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that we use:
- Stripe: For payment processing
- Google Analytics: For website analytics
- Meta: For advertising measurement and retargeting
- Support Services: For customer support functionality
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in various ways:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete existing cookies
- Set your browser to notify you when cookies are being set
Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of certain analytics cookies by:
- Using browser extensions that block tracking
- Adjusting your browser's privacy settings
- Visiting the opt-out pages of specific services
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:
- You may need to log in repeatedly
- Your preferences may not be saved
- Some interactive features may not work
- We may not be able to provide personalized content
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. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at [email protected].
