Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 3, 2025
1. Purpose
This Cookie Policy explains how The Hive Network, LLC ("Homeschool Hive," "we," "our," or "us") uses cookies, local storage, and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website at homeschoolhive.co or use our platform (collectively, the "Platform"). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.
2. What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies?
Cookies are small data files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, enhance functionality, improve user experience, and provide reporting information. Cookies may be "first-party cookies" (set by us) or "third-party cookies" (set by our service providers).
We also use similar technologies including:
- Local Storage: Data stored in your browser that persists until cleared, used for authentication tokens and preferences.
- Session Storage: Data stored temporarily during your browser session.
- Pixels/Beacons: Small images that help us understand page views and user interactions.
3. Technologies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Technologies
Required for the operation of the Platform. Without these, services you have requested cannot be provided.
- Authentication cookies and tokens (via Supabase)
- Security tokens and session management
- Encrypted local storage for secure credential handling
Duration: Session to 30 days
3.2 Functional Technologies
Enable enhanced features and personalization.
- User preference storage
- Language and display settings
- Recently viewed content
Duration: Up to 1 year
3.3 Analytics Technologies
Help us understand how visitors interact with the Platform so we can improve it.
- Page views and navigation paths
- Feature usage and error tracking
- Performance metrics
Provider: PostHog | Duration: Up to 1 year
3.4 Session Recording Technologies
We use session recording provided by PostHog to understand how users interact with our Platform. These tools may record:
- Mouse movements and clicks
- Scrolling behavior
- Page content viewed during your session
Session recordings do NOT capture:
- Passwords or payment card numbers (these fields are masked)
- Sensitive form field contents marked as private
You can opt out of session recording by enabling Do Not Track in your browser settings.
4. Third-Party Service Providers
We integrate with the following third-party services that may process your data:
| Service | Purpose | Data Processed |
|---|---|---|
| PostHog | Analytics, session recording, feature flags | IP address, device info, browsing behavior |
| Supabase | Authentication and database | Account information, session data |
| Stripe | Payment processing | Payment method, billing information |
| Mapbox | Map and location features | Location queries, IP address |
| Amazon Web Services | File storage, email delivery | Uploaded files, email addresses |
Each service operates under its own privacy policy. We encourage you to review their policies:
5. How to Control These Technologies
5.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are set
- Delete individual or all cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies from specific sites
Note: Blocking strictly necessary cookies may prevent you from using the Platform.
5.2 Do Not Track
Our Platform respects Do Not Track (DNT) signals sent by your browser. When we detect a DNT signal, our analytics provider will not collect data about your visit.
5.3 Opt-Out Options
- Analytics: Enable Do Not Track in your browser, or contact us at support@homeschoolhive.co
- Session Recording: Enable Do Not Track in your browser
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy and may notify you via email or Platform notification for significant changes.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact:
The Hive Network, LLC
Email: support@homeschoolhive.co
Jurisdiction: Lee County, Florida, USA