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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: October 28, 2026· Compliant with ePrivacy Directive & GDPR

1. What Are Cookies and Local Storage?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) by websites that you visit. They are widely used to make web properties function smoothly, deliver faster navigation, remember user settings (such as theme preferences or cookie consent choices), and provide anonymous statistical information to site owners.

Along with HTTP cookies, modern web browsers may utilize LocalStorage and SessionStorage to cache data locally without transmitting it with every server request.

2. Categories of Cookies Used on Gadgetts

We classify the cookies utilized on our site into four clear operational categories:

A. Strictly Necessary & Security Cookies

Always Active

These cookies are required for basic site operations, including server load balancing, security token verification, and storing your consent preferences. They do not store personal identifying data.

Examples: gadgetts_cookie_consent, session security tokens.

B. Analytics & Performance Cookies

Measurement

We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to measure site speed, visitor bounce rates, device screen dimensions, and top-read articles. This helps us refine our testbench articles and buyer guides. All telemetry uses IP masking and aggregate grouping.

Examples: _ga, _ga_*, _gid.

C. Advertising & Frequency Capping Cookies

Monetization

Google AdSense and programmatic partners serve display advertising on our site. These cookies prevent showing you the exact same ad repeatedly, fight click fraud, and, where permitted by law and your preferences, deliver contextual or personalized tech ads.

Examples: __gads, __gpi, IDE (DoubleClick).

D. Affiliate Referral Tracking

Retail Links

When clicking on retail product links in our reviews or “Verified Deals” section, outbound referral tokens may set a temporary cookie on the merchant's site (e.g., Amazon.com) to attribute qualifying purchases.

3. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

You have full control over your cookie settings. You can modify your preferences at any time through our on-site cookie banner or through your browser settings:

Google Chrome:Settings → Privacy and security → Third-party cookies.
Mozilla Firefox:Settings → Privacy & Security → Enhanced Tracking Protection.
Apple Safari:Settings → Safari → Advanced → Block All Cookies.
Microsoft Edge:Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies.

For targeted advertising opt-outs, you can also use industry-wide opt-out platforms:

4. Questions & Contact

If you have questions regarding our cookie practices, please contact our technical desk at privacy@gadgetts.com.