What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device, remember preferences, and collect information about how you interact with the site. Cookies may be set by the website you are visiting (first-party cookies) or by external services embedded in the page (third-party cookies).
This Cookie Policy explains which cookies and similar technologies are used on StorageCalc, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- To operate the Site — essential cookies that enable core functionality such as security, network management, and load balancing.
- To analyze usage — analytics cookies that help us understand how visitors interact with the Site.
- To deliver advertising — advertising cookies set by Google AdSense and its partners to display relevant ads and measure ad performance.
Categories of Cookies We Use
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
Required for the Site to function. They are usually set in response to actions you take such as setting privacy preferences or filling in forms.
2. Performance and Analytics Cookies
Allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve Site performance. All information collected is aggregated and anonymous.
3. Advertising and Targeting Cookies
Set through the Site by our advertising partners, primarily Google AdSense. They are used to build a profile of your interests and show relevant advertisements on other sites.
Specific Cookies in Use
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| __cf_bm | Cloudflare | Distinguishes humans from automated bots to protect against malicious traffic. | 30 minutes |
| cf_clearance | Cloudflare | Confirms successful completion of security challenges. | 1 year |
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics | Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on Site usage. | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Registers a unique ID to generate data on Site usage. | 24 hours |
| __gads, __gpi | Google AdSense | Used by Google to deliver ads, measure ad performance, and improve ad experience. | 13 months |
| IDE | Google DoubleClick | Used to measure ad effectiveness and serve targeted ads. | 13 months |
| NID | Stores user preferences and information when viewing Google-served content. | 6 months | |
| test_cookie | Google DoubleClick | Checks whether the user's browser supports cookies. | 15 minutes |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by services that appear on our pages, including Google AdSense, Google Analytics, and Cloudflare. Learn more:
How to Manage Cookies
Through your browser
Through Google's controls
You can opt out of personalized advertising from Google by visiting Google Ads Settings.
Through industry opt-out tools
Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you disable or refuse cookies, some parts of the Site may become inaccessible or not function properly. You may also continue to see advertisements, but they may be less relevant to you.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top indicates when it was last revised.
Contact
For questions about our use of cookies, please visit our Contact page.