Cookie Policy

Last updated: March 25, 2026

Quick Summary

We use cookies to improve your experience. Most are necessary for the site to work. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They contain information about your visit and are sent back to the website on subsequent visits.

Important: Cookies do NOT:

  • Access your computer's hard drive or steal personal files
  • Contain viruses or malware
  • Track your location or identity (unless configured for that purpose)
  • Store calculator input data

3. Cookie Summary Table

Cookie TypeRequired?DurationProvider
Session/Security✓ YesSessionCalculatorZone
Preferences✓ Yes1 yearCalculatorZone
Cloudflare Security✓ YesSession-1moCloudflare
Google Analytics✗ Optional13 monthsGoogle
Google AdSense✗ OptionalUp to 2yGoogle

4. How to Manage Cookies

4.1 Browser Cookie Settings

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View cookies stored by websites
  • Block cookies by default
  • Allow cookies only from specific sites
  • Delete cookies on exit
  • Block third-party cookies

Instructions for popular browsers:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings → Privacy, search and services → Clear browsing data

4.2 Google Analytics Opt-Out

To disable Google Analytics tracking:

  1. Visit tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
  2. Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
  3. The add-on will prevent Google Analytics from sending data

4.3 Google Ads Preferences

To manage personalized ads and ad targeting:

  1. Visit myaccount.google.com/ads
  2. Review your ads settings and interests
  3. Toggle off personalized ads if desired

4.4 Important Notes

  • Blocking essential cookies may prevent the website from functioning properly
  • Disabling cookies doesn't mean you won't see ads, just less personalized ones
  • Some cookies return when you delete them if you revisit the site
  • Private/Incognito mode typically deletes cookies when you close the window

5. Third-Party Cookies & Links

CalculatorZone may link to external websites that set their own cookies:

  • We don't control third-party cookies on external sites
  • Review their privacy policies for cookie information
  • Ad partners may set cookies across multiple sites

We are not responsible for third-party cookie policies. Visit their websites for details.

6. Relationship to Privacy Policy

This Cookie Policy is part of our broader Privacy Policy. For information about how we use all data (not just cookies), including:

  • Your data rights under GDPR and CCPA
  • How calculator data is handled
  • Third-party data sharing
  • Data retention periods
  • Contact information for privacy requests

Please refer to our Privacy Policy.

7. Questions About Cookies?

For questions about our cookie practices: