Cookie Policy
Last Updated: October 2, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how QudaRank uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to recognize you when you visit our website.
Quick Summary
We use cookies to improve your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, personalize content, and remember your preferences. You can control cookie settings through our consent banner or your browser settings.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide a better user experience.
Cookies typically contain:
- Name: A unique identifier for the cookie
- Value: Data stored in the cookie
- Domain: The website that set the cookie
- Expiration: How long the cookie will remain on your device
Session Cookies
Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. Used for essential functionality like shopping carts or login sessions.
Persistent Cookies
Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. Used to remember your preferences and settings between visits.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled in our systems.
Purpose:
- Enable core website functionality (navigation, forms, security)
- Authentication and login session management
- Remember your cookie consent preferences
- Load balancing and security features
- Prevent fraudulent activity and ensure site security
Examples: session_id, csrf_token, auth_token, consent_status
Duration: Session or 30 days
2.2 Analytics & Performance Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
Purpose:
- Track page views, visits, and user journeys
- Understand which pages are most and least popular
- Monitor website performance and load times
- Identify and fix technical issues
- Generate aggregated statistics for improvement
Services Used: Google Analytics, Vercel Analytics
Examples: _ga, _gid, _gat, analytics_session
Duration: Up to 2 years
2.3 Functional Cookies (Optional)
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and choices.
Purpose:
- Remember your language and region preferences
- Store your theme preferences (light/dark mode)
- Save your dashboard and tool settings
- Remember recently viewed pages or searches
- Provide personalized content recommendations
Examples: user_preferences, theme, language, dashboard_settings
Duration: Up to 1 year
2.4 Marketing & Advertising Cookies (Optional)
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track advertising campaign performance.
Purpose:
- Display relevant advertisements based on your interests
- Limit the number of times you see an ad
- Measure advertising campaign effectiveness
- Track conversions from ads to our website
- Build advertising profiles (with consent)
Services Used: Google AdSense, Facebook Pixel
Examples: _fbp, ads_preferences, conversion_id
Duration: Up to 2 years
3. Third-Party Cookies
We use services from trusted third-party providers that may set their own cookies on your device. These cookies are subject to the privacy policies of these third parties.
📊 Google Analytics
Tracks website usage and generates reports about visitor behavior.
View Privacy Policy →💰 Google AdSense
Displays personalized advertisements based on your browsing history.
View Ad Policies →🎯 Facebook Pixel
Tracks conversions and builds audiences for targeted advertising.
View Privacy Policy →4. How to Control & Manage Cookies
4.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will appear. You can:
- Accept All: Allow all cookies for the best experience
- Reject Optional: Only allow essential cookies
- Customize: Choose which cookie categories to allow
4.2 Change Your Preferences
You can update your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer or using the button below:
4.3 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Google Chrome
Chrome Cookie Settings →Mozilla Firefox
Firefox Cookie Settings →Safari
Safari Cookie Settings →Microsoft Edge
Edge Cookie Settings →4.4 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of targeted advertising using these industry tools:
Note: Blocking or deleting essential cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website. Analytics, functional, and marketing cookies can be disabled without impacting core functionality.
5. Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Essential | User session management | Session |
| auth_token | Essential | Authentication | 30 days |
| cookie_consent | Essential | Stores cookie preferences | 1 year |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics main cookie | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics session ID | 24 hours |
| user_preferences | Functional | User settings and preferences | 1 year |
| theme | Functional | Theme preference (light/dark) | 1 year |
| _fbp | Marketing | Facebook Pixel tracking | 3 months |
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business operations. We will notify you of any significant changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on this page
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Displaying a notice on our website
7. Contact Us About Cookies
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
You can also manage your cookie preferences at any time using our cookie consent banner or browser settings.
Learn more about how we protect your privacy