Cookie Policy
Overview
This Cookie Policy explains how Brevwork ("we," "us," "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, brevwork.ca. We keep it simple because our cookie usage is minimal.
The short version: We use very few cookies. Our analytics tool (Plausible) does not use cookies at all. The only cookies on our site come from essential services like payment processing.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device (computer, phone, or tablet) when you visit them. They are used to remember your preferences, keep you logged in, process payments, and track website usage.
Not all cookies are the same. Some are necessary for a website to function; others are used for advertising and tracking. We only use the necessary kind.
Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are required for core website functionality. You cannot opt out of them without breaking the site experience.
| Cookie | Source | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stripe session cookies | Stripe | Secure payment processing when you make a purchase | Session (deleted when you close your browser) |
| CSRF / security tokens | Our website | Prevent cross-site request forgery and protect form submissions | Session |
Analytics — No Cookies
We use Plausible Analytics for website analytics. Plausible is a privacy-friendly analytics tool that:
- Does not use cookies at all.
- Does not collect personal data.
- Does not track you across websites.
- Does not create user profiles.
- Is fully compliant with GDPR, CCPA, and PECR without requiring a cookie consent banner.
We see only aggregate data: total page views, referral sources, general geographic region (country level), and device type. None of this is tied to you as an individual.
Third-Party Cookies
Some third-party services embedded on our site may set their own cookies:
Stripe (Payment Processing)
When you make a purchase, Stripe may set cookies to:
- Process your payment securely.
- Detect and prevent fraud.
- Remember your payment session.
These cookies are essential to completing purchases. Stripe's cookie usage is governed by Stripe's Privacy Policy.
Embedded Content
If our site embeds content from third parties (e.g., YouTube videos, social media posts), those services may set their own cookies. We use privacy-enhanced embedding options where available (e.g., YouTube's no-cookie embed mode).
Digital Product Platforms
If you are redirected to Payhip, Gumroad, or Etsy to purchase a digital product, those platforms have their own cookie policies:
Cookies We Do Not Use
To be clear, we do not use:
- Advertising or marketing cookies
- Retargeting or remarketing pixels
- Social media tracking cookies
- Any cookies from Google Analytics, Facebook, or similar surveillance-based platforms
- Any cookies that track your behavior across other websites
How to Manage Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies currently stored on your device.
- Delete cookies individually or all at once.
- Block cookies from specific sites or all sites.
- Set preferences for first-party vs. third-party cookies.
Here are links to cookie management instructions for major browsers:
Note: Blocking essential cookies (like Stripe's) may prevent you from completing purchases on our site.
Do We Need a Cookie Consent Banner?
Because we use Plausible (no cookies) and our only cookies are strictly essential for site functionality, we are not required to display a cookie consent banner under most regulations, including GDPR. Essential cookies that are necessary for a service the user has requested are exempt from consent requirements.
We still publish this policy for full transparency.
Changes to This Policy
If we change our cookie practices (for example, if we add a new third-party service), we will update this policy and the "Last Updated" date above.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our cookie usage:
Brevwork
Mike Heintzman
Ontario, Canada
Email: privacy@brevwork.ca
Website: brevwork.ca