1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the owners of the site.
2. How We Use Cookies
SalaryCheckup uses cookies only with your explicit consent, except for strictly necessary cookies that are essential for the basic functionality of the Service.
3. Categories of Cookies
Strictly Necessary
Always ActiveThese cookies are essential for the Service to function. They store your cookie consent preferences and basic application state (e.g., selected country, theme preference).
Cookie: salary_chekup_cookie_consent
Purpose: Stores your cookie consent choices
Duration: 1 year
Analytics
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Google Analytics cookies (e.g., _ga, _ga_*)
Purpose: Anonymous usage statistics
Duration: Up to 2 years
Provider: Google LLC
Advertising
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Google AdSense cookies (e.g., __gads, __gpi, IDE)
Purpose: Personalized advertising, ad measurement
Duration: Up to 13 months
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4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:
- Use the cookie consent banner when it appears on your first visit
- Access cookie settings through the footer link at any time
- Configure your browser to block or delete cookies
5. Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or alert you when a cookie is being set. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Service.
6. Google Ads Opt-Out
To opt out of Google's personalized advertising, you can visit: Google Ads Settings
You can also opt out of personalized advertising from all participating companies through the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page or the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.