Cookie Policy
Last updated: June 2025
Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Privacy Check ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit privcheck.org. We believe in complete transparency about what data is collected in your browser and why. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which covers our broader data practices.
We have designed Privacy Check with a minimal footprint philosophy: we aim to set as few cookies as possible while still delivering a functional, high-quality experience. You will find that our practices are significantly more privacy-respecting than most websites you visit.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored in your web browser when you visit a website. They serve various purposes: some are essential for websites to function properly, some remember your preferences, and some track your behavior for advertising or analytics purposes. Cookies can be set by the website you're visiting (first-party cookies) or by third-party services embedded on that website (third-party cookies).
Similar technologies include localStorage and sessionStorage (browser storage APIs), web beacons (tiny invisible images), and browser fingerprinting. This policy covers all such technologies.
Cookies and Storage We Set
Privacy Check itself sets one item in your browser's local storage:
That is the only storage item we set. We do not set any advertising cookies, analytics cookies, or tracking cookies ourselves.
Third-Party Cookies
Third-party services embedded on our site may set their own cookies. These are outside our direct control but we list them here for full transparency:
What We Do NOT Use
To be completely clear, the following tracking and analytics technologies are not present on Privacy Check:
- Facebook Pixel or any Meta tracking
- Hotjar, Mouseflow, or any session recording tools
- Affiliate tracking cookies
- Email marketing tracking pixels
- Social media share buttons that track you
- Any form of browser fingerprinting by us
Managing and Controlling Cookies
You have several options for controlling cookies on your device. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our site and other websites.
Browser Cookie Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here is how to access cookie settings in major browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
- Brave Browser: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Opting Out of Google Advertising
You can opt out of personalized Google advertising by visiting google.com/settings/ads. You can also use the NAI (Network Advertising Initiative) opt-out tool at optout.networkadvertising.org. Note that opting out of personalized ads does not mean you will see no ads — it means the ads you see will not be targeted based on your interests.
Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. We respect DNT signals by not setting any tracking cookies ourselves. However, we cannot control whether third-party services like Google AdSense honor DNT signals.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time as our practices evolve or as required by law. The date at the top of this page reflects when it was last updated. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. If we make material changes, we will make reasonable efforts to notify you.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us at support@privcheck.org or through our contact form.