Cookie Policy

Last updated: March 2026

1. Cookies We Use

GeoAdsFinder uses only essential cookies and local storage required for the service to function. We do not use advertising cookies, tracking cookies, or analytics cookies.

2. Essential Storage

We store the following in your browser's local storage: authentication token (JWT, if logged in), language preference (en/es), theme preference (light/dark), and session ID (temporary, for anonymous search logging).

3. Third-Party Cookies

Stripe may set cookies during the checkout process for payment security. No other third-party cookies are used.

4. Why We Don't Show a Cookie Banner

Under the EU ePrivacy Directive (Article 5.3) and GDPR, cookie consent is only required for non-essential cookies (tracking, advertising, analytics). GeoAdsFinder uses only strictly necessary storage: an authentication token for logged-in users, and your language and theme preferences. These are exempt from consent requirements because the service cannot function without them. We do not use Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, advertising cookies, or any form of cross-site tracking. Our analytics are provided by Cloudflare Web Analytics, which is cookieless and privacy-first - it collects no personal data and sets no cookies. Because we have zero non-essential cookies, showing a consent banner would be misleading and unnecessary.

5. Managing Stored Data

You can clear all locally stored data at any time by clearing your browser's local storage for this site, or by using your browser's developer tools. Deleting your account removes all server-side data.