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Cookie policy

The cookies Mill & Merchant uses, why, and how to manage them. Plain-English, no dark patterns.

Last updated: August 2026

What cookies are

Cookies are small pieces of text stored by your browser when you visit a site. Some are essential (signing you in, remembering preferences). Others are optional and only set if you agree.

Nothing non-essential fires until you've made a choice. You can change your mind any time using .

Cookies in use

CookieCategoryPurposeRetentionProvider
authjs.session-token / __Secure-authjs.session-tokenEssentialKeeps you signed in after a magic-link, including marketplace sellers.Session / up to 30 daysMill & Merchant (Auth.js)
authjs.csrf-token / __Host-authjs.csrf-tokenEssentialPrevents cross-site request forgery on sign-in forms.SessionMill & Merchant (Auth.js)
authjs.callback-urlEssentialRemembers where to return you after signing in.SessionMill & Merchant (Auth.js)
mm_cookie_consentEssentialStores your cookie preferences.1 yearMill & Merchant
vercel* / Vercel Analytics & Speed InsightsAnalyticsAggregate traffic and performance. No ad tracking.Up to 1 yearVercel Inc.
Stripe (checkout only)Essential when you payIf you pay a listing or membership fee, Stripe may set cookies on its checkout to process the card. Not used for timber sales.Per StripeStripe

Marketing cookies are reserved for later and are not active today.

How I categorise them

  • Essential— authentication, security, basic site functions, and Stripe checkout when you choose to pay a fee. These don't require consent under UK GDPR / PECR for the site to work.
  • Analytics — Vercel Analytics and Speed Insights. Off by default; only if you opt in.
  • Marketing — not currently set.

Managing your preferences

Open at any time. Your choice is stored in mm_cookie_consent for one year. Clearing site data resets it. Blocking essential cookies may sign you out.

Withdrawing consent

Use . Withdrawal doesn't undo what already happened while consent was in place.

Questions

hello@millandmerchant.co.uk. The privacy policy covers the wider picture.

Not legal advice — if you need a bespoke policy for your own business, speak to a solicitor.