Cookie Policy
Last updated: 15 October 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to website operators. This Cookie Policy explains how SongShare uses cookies in compliance with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) 2003 and UK GDPR.
2. Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Platform to function and cannot be switched off. They are set in response to actions you take, such as logging in, setting privacy preferences, or filling in forms.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| sb-*-auth-token | Authentication session — keeps you logged in | Session / 7 days |
| sb-*-auth-token-code-verifier | PKCE authentication flow security | Session |
| cookie-consent | Stores your cookie preference | 12 months |
| songshare_posthog_consent | Remembers your analytics choice (Accept or Decline), the date and time, and a short code. Kept in your browser's local storage, not as a cookie. | Until you clear your browser data |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences (e.g. theme or display settings). If you do not allow these cookies, some features may not function as expected.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user-preferences | Remembers display and feature preferences | 12 months |
Third-Party Cookies
We embed content from third-party services which may set their own cookies:
| Service | Purpose | More Info |
|---|---|---|
| Spotify | Embedded playlist player on the homepage | Spotify Cookie Policy |
| YouTube | Embedded video content on learning pages | Google Cookie Policy |
We do not control the cookies set by these third-party services. Please refer to their respective cookie policies for further information.
3. Cookies We Do Not Use
SongShare does not use advertising or tracking cookies. We do not use Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or any other third-party analytics or advertising platform that tracks individual user behaviour across websites. We count visits to SongShare using PostHog, on servers in the EU, without cookies; see section 12 of our Privacy Policy for details.
4. Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually set your browser to block or delete cookies. However, if you block essential cookies, you will not be able to use SongShare's authenticated features (such as logging in or managing your profile).
Common browser cookie settings:
Google Chrome · Mozilla Firefox · Apple Safari · Microsoft Edge
5. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.
6. Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at SongShare.co.uk@gmail.com.
Questions about our policies?
If you have any questions about these policies or how we handle your data, please get in touch.
SongShare.co.uk@gmail.com