SmartToolkit Cookie Policy
We believe in transparent data practices. Here is an exact breakdown of what cookies and local storage tokens we use and why.
1. What Are Cookies and Local Storage?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites that you visit. HTML5 Local Storage allows websites to store key-value data directly in your browser without transmitting that data in HTTP request headers on every page request.
2. Specific Cookies & Storage Tokens We Use
| Item | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
smarttoolkit_theme |
LocalStorage | Saves your preferred dark/light visual theme | Persistent until cleared |
smarttoolkit_cookie_consent |
LocalStorage | Remembers whether you clicked Accept or Reject on the consent banner | Persistent until cleared |
_ga, _ga_* |
Third-Party Cookie | Google Analytics 4 anonymous session and visit counting | Up to 2 years |
__gads, __gpi |
Third-Party Cookie | Google AdSense ad frequency and fraud prevention | Up to 13 months |
3. Managing Your Preferences
When you first visit SmartToolkit, you are presented with our lightweight Cookie Consent Banner. Choosing "Reject Non-Essential" prevents advertising and telemetry cookies from loading. You can also block or purge cookies through your browser settings at any time without impacting the computational functionality of our browser tools.
4. Questions Regarding Cookies
For questions regarding our cookie practices, reach our team at privacy@smarttoolkit.space.