Cookie Policy
Effective Date: August 8, 2026
Last Updated: August 8, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how ClearCents uses them, and the choices you have for managing them. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which covers how we handle personal information more broadly.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website places on your device when you visit it. They allow the site to remember information about your visit, such as your preferences or how you interact with the page. Some cookies are set by the website you're visiting (first-party cookies), while others are set by outside services the site uses, such as advertising networks or analytics tools (third-party cookies).
Similar technologies, such as web beacons and local storage, work in comparable ways and are covered by this policy as well.
How ClearCents Uses Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
| Category | Purpose | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Required for the site to function properly | Load balancing, security tokens |
| Analytics | Help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it | Google Analytics |
| Advertising | Used to serve ads and, in some cases, personalize ads based on browsing activity | Google AdSense |
| Functional | Remember your preferences to improve your experience | Display settings, previously visited pages |
Your Cookie Choices
When you first visit ClearCents, a cookie consent banner asks you to choose between "Accept All" and "Essential Only." Essential cookies always run, since the Site can't function properly without them. Analytics and advertising cookies are off by default and are only enabled if you click "Accept All" — they never load before you've made a choice.
You can change your mind at any time by clicking "Manage Cookie Preferences" in the footer of any page, which reopens the banner so you can update your choice.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on ClearCents are placed by third-party services we use to operate and monetize the Site:
- Google Analytics — helps us measure traffic and understand how visitors use our content. Learn more at Google's Partner Sites policy.
- Google AdSense — serves the advertising you see on our pages, and may use cookies to show ads based on your browsing activity across websites. Learn more at How Google uses cookies in advertising.
These third parties are responsible for their own cookie and privacy practices, which are governed by their own policies, not this one.
How to Manage or Disable Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies:
- ClearCents' cookie preferences: Use the "Manage Cookie Preferences" link in the site footer to accept or decline analytics and advertising cookies at any time.
- Browser settings: Most browsers let you view, block, or delete cookies through their settings menu. The exact steps vary by browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge), but this is typically found under "Privacy" or "Site Settings."
- Google Ads Settings: Manage how Google personalizes ads for you at adssettings.google.com.
- Industry opt-out tools: Opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies through the Digital Advertising Alliance.
Please note that blocking or deleting essential cookies may affect how parts of the Site function.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in the cookies and technologies we use. Any changes will be posted here with an updated "Last Updated" date.
Contact Us
Questions about our use of cookies can be sent to clearcentscontact@gmail.com or through our Contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does ClearCents use cookies to collect my personal information?
Cookies themselves don't collect your name or contact details unless you've provided them to us directly (for example, through our contact form). Some cookies do collect technical and behavioral data, such as your browsing activity and approximate location, which is covered in more detail in our Privacy Policy.
Will declining cookies stop ads from appearing?
It might. Since ClearCents' advertising cookies are opt-in, choosing "Essential Only" in the cookie banner means our advertising script won't load on that visit, so you may not see ads at all. Choosing "Accept All" enables ads, which may be personalized based on your browsing activity. Either way, you can change your choice anytime using "Manage Cookie Preferences" in the footer.
Can I use ClearCents without accepting cookies?
Yes, you can browse ClearCents with cookies disabled in your browser settings, though some features and personalization may not work as intended.