Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
2. How We Use Cookies
DIY Planners uses cookies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how you use our website
- Improve your user experience
- Analyze website traffic and performance
- Provide personalized content and recommendations
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains user session | Session |
| security_token | Security and authentication | Session |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | Stores user preferences | 1 year |
| language | Language preference | 1 year |
4. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in various ways:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete cookies individually or all at once
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies
- Get notifications when a cookie is set
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
- Social Media Platforms: For social sharing functionality
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:
- Your preferences may not be saved
- Some personalized content may not display correctly
- Certain interactive features may be limited
7. 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.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
9. Your Consent
By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, please adjust your browser settings or refrain from using our website.