This policy explains the cookies and similar technologies used on scanabug.com. It should be read with our Privacy Policy.
1. What cookies are
Cookies are small text files that a website stores in your browser. They let a site remember your choices, measure how it is used and show advertising. We also use similar technologies, such as local storage and device identifiers, and refer to all of them as cookies here.
2. Cookies we use
| Category | Set by | Examples | Purpose | Can you refuse? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly necessary | ScanaBug and our consent tool | A cookie that stores your consent choice | Remembers your cookie choices so we do not ask again on every visit | No. The site cannot remember your choice without it. |
| Analytics | Google Analytics 4 | _ga, _ga_* | Counts visitors and shows which pages are used | Yes |
| Advertising | Google AdSense and its partners | __gads, __gpi, IDE | Shows ads, limits how often you see them and measures their performance | Yes |
Cookie names and lifetimes are set by the providers and can change. Google explains how it uses cookies at policies.google.com/technologies/cookies and policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites.
3. Your choices
- EEA, UK and Switzerland. When you first visit, a banner asks whether to allow analytics and advertising cookies. They are not used until you agree.
- Everywhere. Use the "Cookie settings" link in the footer to review or change your choice at any time.
- Personalized ads. Change your Google Ads Settings, or use aboutads.info/choices (United States) or youronlinechoices.eu (Europe). Opting out does not remove ads; it makes them less relevant.
- Google Analytics. Install Google's opt-out add-on at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
- Browser settings. You can block or delete cookies in your browser's settings. Blocking all cookies may stop parts of the site working.
4. Changes
We may update this policy when the cookies we use change. The "Last updated" date shows the latest version.
5. Contact
Questions about cookies: support@scanabug.com