Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 11, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Gear Scanner Inc. ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website gear-scanner.com (the "Service").
IMPORTANT NOTICE: This document is a draft template and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult with a qualified attorney before publishing.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| session_id | Maintains your session state | Session |
2.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences (language, currency, location).
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | Stores display preferences (currency, sorting) | 1 year |
| locale | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
2.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users and sessions | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
2.4 Marketing/Affiliate Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites and to display relevant advertisements. They are also used to track affiliate referrals.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| aw* | Awin | Affiliate tracking for commission attribution | 30 days |
| irclickid | Impact | Affiliate tracking for commission attribution | 30 days |
| cje* | Commission Junction | Affiliate tracking for commission attribution | 30 days |
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these third-party cookies. The third parties include:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics. Google Privacy Policy
- Awin: For affiliate tracking. Awin Privacy Policy
- Impact: For affiliate tracking. Impact Privacy Policy
4. Managing Cookies
4.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences.
4.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu. Here are links to cookie settings for common browsers:
4.3 Opt-Out Links
You can also opt out of specific tracking services:
5. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies:
- Strictly Necessary: Cannot be disabled; the website may not function properly
- Functional: Your preferences may not be remembered
- Analytics: We won't be able to improve the website based on usage data
- Marketing/Affiliate: Affiliate commissions may not be tracked correctly; this does not affect the price you pay
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please check this page periodically for updates.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@gear-scanner.com