Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes:

Types of Cookies We Use

First-Party Cookies

Cookies set directly by our website for essential functionality and analytics.

Third-Party Cookies

Cookies set by external services we use:

• Google AdSense: For displaying and personalizing advertisements
• Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
• Social Media Platforms: For social sharing functionality (if applicable)

Cookie Duration

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
• Membership Cookies: Typically last 30 days or until you log out
• Advertising Cookies: Usually last up to 24 months

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

Opt-Out Options

For Advertising Cookies:

• Visit Google Ad Settings to manage personalized ads
• Use the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page
• Visit the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page

For Analytics Cookies:

• Install the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on

Cookie Consent Management

We provide a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences
• Access this policy for detailed information

International Users

For EU/UK Users:
We comply with GDPR and UK GDPR requirements for cookie consent and data protection.

For California Users:
We comply with CCPA requirements regarding personal information collected through cookies.

Google AdSense Specific Information

Data Collection

Google AdSense may collect:

• Information about your device and browser
• Your IP address and general location
• Pages you visit on our site
• Time spent on pages
• Interaction with advertisements

Data Usage

This information is used to:

• Provide relevant advertisements
• Measure ad performance
• Prevent fraud and abuse
• Improve ad services

Data Sharing

Google may share aggregated, non-personally identifiable information with advertisers and partners.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through cookies or any other means.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. When we do, we will:

• Post the updated policy on this page
• Update the "Last Updated" date
• Notify users of significant changes through our website or email

Additional Resources

• Privacy Policy
• Google Privacy Policy
• Google AdSense Privacy Policy