Cookie Policy
Last updated: August 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember information about your visit, making your experience better and the site easier to use. This page explains what cookies we use and why.
Cookies We Use
| Category | Name / Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | Session cookie | Keeps the site working correctly | Session |
| Analytics | Google Analytics (_ga, _gid) | Measures traffic and user behavior | 2 years / 24 hours |
| Advertising | Google AdSense | Serves relevant advertisements | Up to 13 months |
| Preferences | This site | Remembers your consent choices | 1 year |
1. Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation and security. These cookies cannot be disabled without affecting site performance. No personal data is stored in essential cookies.
2. Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. This service sets cookies to help us measure:
- Number of visitors and sessions
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Geographic location (country/city level only)
- Device type and browser
- Traffic sources (search, social, direct)
This data is anonymized and aggregated. We cannot identify individual users from this data. Google Analytics is governed by Google's Privacy Policy.
3. Advertising Cookies (Google AdSense)
We may display advertisements served by Google AdSense. Google AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this website or other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
4. How to Control Cookies
You can control cookies in several ways:
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to view, manage, and delete cookies. Instructions for popular browsers:
Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
Opt-Out Tools
5. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
6. Contact Us
Questions about cookies or this policy? Email us: hello@wafflejournal.co
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