Cookie Policy

Last Updated: August 25, 2025

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners about how users interact with their sites.

How We Use Cookies

TechnoCodex uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and support our advertising partners. We use both first-party cookies (set by us) and third-party cookies (set by our partners).

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled:

Functionality Cookies

Remember your tool preferences and settings
Maintain session data during tool usage
Ensure proper file processing and downloads

Security Cookies

Protect against spam and abuse
Maintain website security
Prevent fraudulent activity

Analytics Cookies (Optional)

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website:

Google Analytics Cookies

_ga: Distinguishes unique users
_ga_*: Stores session information
_gid: Distinguishes unique users (24-hour expiration)
_gat: Throttles request rate

These cookies help us:

Understand which tools are most popular
Identify areas for improvement
Analyze user behavior patterns
Optimize website performance

Advertising Cookies (Optional)

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements:

Google AdSense Cookies

_gcl_*: Tracks ad clicks and conversions
IDE: Measures ad effectiveness
test_cookie: Checks if cookies are enabled
Various Google advertising cookies for personalized ads

These cookies help:

Display relevant advertisements
Measure ad performance
Prevent repeated ad displays
Support our free service model

Preference Cookies (Optional)

These cookies remember your choices and preferences:

User Preferences

Theme selection (light/dark mode)
Language preferences
Tool settings and configurations
Recently used tools list

Third-Party Cookies

Google Services

We use various Google services that may set their own cookies:

Google Analytics: For website analytics
Google AdSense: For advertising
Google Fonts: For website fonts
reCAPTCHA: For spam protection

Social Media

If you interact with social media features on our site, these platforms may set cookies:

Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn

Cookie Duration

Cookies have different lifespans:

Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
Persistent Cookies: Remain until expiration date or manual deletion
First-party Cookies: Typically last 1-2 years
Third-party Cookies: Duration varies by provider

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

Chrome

Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Choose your preferred cookie settings

Firefox

Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Adjust your privacy preferences

Safari

Preferences → Privacy
Select cookie blocking preferences

Edge

Settings → Privacy, search, and services
Configure tracking prevention and cookies

Cookie Consent

When you first visit TechnoCodex, you’ll see a cookie consent banner where you can:

Accept all cookies
Manage cookie preferences
Reject non-essential cookies
Learn more about our cookie usage

Opt-Out Options

Google Analytics Opt-out Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

Google Ads Personalization Visit Google Ad Settings to control personalized advertising

Industry Opt-out Tools

Network Advertising Initiative
Digital Advertising Alliance

Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may affect your experience:

Essential Cookies Disabled

Some tools may not function properly
Settings and preferences won’t be saved
Security features may be compromised

Analytics Cookies Disabled

No impact on functionality
Reduces our ability to improve the website

Advertising Cookies Disabled

Ads will still display but may be less relevant
No impact on tool functionality

Cookie Updates

We may update our cookie usage to:

Improve website functionality
Comply with legal requirements
Enhance user experience
Support new features

Changes to this Cookie Policy will be communicated through:

Updated policy with revision date
Website notifications
Email updates (if subscribed)

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children through cookies. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.

International Users

Cookies may be processed in countries with different privacy laws than your own. By using our website, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in accordance with this Cookie Policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our cookie usage or would like to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Mailing Address: TechnoCodex 245 N Main St Hollansburg, Ohio (OH), 45332 United States

Consent Withdrawal

You can withdraw your cookie consent at any time by:

Adjusting your browser settings
Using our cookie preference center
Contacting us directly
Clearing your browser cookies

Legal Basis

We process cookies based on:

Consent: For non-essential cookies
Legitimate Interest: For analytics and advertising
Contractual Necessity: For essential functionality
Legal Obligation: For compliance requirements

By continuing to use TechnoCodex, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy and consent to our use of cookies as described herein.