Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners useful information about how their site is being used.
2. How We Use Cookies
TheRevisionHub uses cookies for the following purposes:
- Authentication: To keep you signed in and maintain your session securely
- Preferences: To remember your settings and preferences (e.g., language, theme)
- Security: To protect against cross-site request forgery and other security threats
- Analytics: To understand how visitors use our platform so we can improve it (only with your consent)
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the platform to function. They cannot be switched off as the platform would not work without them.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| next-auth.session-token | User authentication session | 30 days |
| next-auth.csrf-token | CSRF protection | Session |
| next-auth.callback-url | Redirect after authentication | Session |
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and settings to provide a more personalised experience.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme | Stores your theme preference (light/dark) | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform. They are only set with your explicit consent. All data is anonymised and aggregated.
We do not currently use any third-party analytics cookies. If we introduce them in the future, we will update this policy and request your consent.
4. Third-Party Cookies
We do not use third-party advertising cookies. Our payment processor (Stripe) may set cookies when you interact with the payment form. These are governed by Stripe's Privacy Policy.
5. Managing Cookies
You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please note that blocking essential cookies will prevent you from signing in and using the platform.
6. Children's Cookies
As TheRevisionHub is used by students, including those under 18, we take special care to minimise cookie usage. We only use essential cookies required for the platform to function and do not use any tracking or advertising cookies for young users.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at [email protected].