Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 2025
This page explains what cookies and similar browser-storage technologies BitcoinUrdu uses, why we use them, how long they last, and how you can control them. We aim to comply with GDPR (EU/UK), CCPA (California), and other privacy laws.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make sites work efficiently and to provide information to site operators. Local storage is a similar browser feature that holds larger amounts of data. For simplicity, this page refers to both as "cookies."
Cookie Categories We Use
1. Strictly Necessary (always on)
These are required for the site to function and cannot be disabled. They do not require consent under GDPR.
| Name | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|
| theme | Dark/light preference | 1 year |
| bitcoinurdu-language | UI language | 1 year |
| bitcoinurdu-currency | Display currency (USD, PKR, etc.) | 1 year |
2. Functional (optional, default on)
Improve experience by remembering your preferences across visits. Stored locally; never sent to our servers.
| Name | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|
| bitcoinurdu-watchlist | Saved coins on watchlist | Indefinite |
| bitcoinurdu-portfolio | Your holdings (local only) | Indefinite |
| bitcoinurdu-ads | Ad frequency capping | 30 days |
| bitcoinurdu-announcements | Dismissed admin banners | 7 days |
| bitcoinurdu-airdrop-checks | Recent airdrop check history | 30 days |
3. Analytics (optional, requires consent where applicable)
| Name | Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 | Anonymous usage analytics |
Opt out: Google Opt-out or enable DNT in your browser.
4. Advertising (optional, requires consent in EU/UK)
| Name | Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| _gcl_au, IDE | Google AdSense | Display advertising, conversion tracking |
| __Secure-1PAPISID, SAPISID | Personalized ads |
Opt out: Google Ads Settings or NAI opt-out.
How to Control Cookies
Browser Settings
You can block or delete cookies via your browser settings. Note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may break the site.
- Chrome: support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
- Firefox: support.mozilla.org
- Safari: support.apple.com
- Edge: support.microsoft.com
- Brave: brave.com/privacy/browser
Ad Network Opt-Outs
- Google: google.com/settings/ads
- Network Advertising Initiative: optout.networkadvertising.org
- Digital Advertising Alliance: optout.aboutads.info
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: youronlinechoices.eu
Clear BitcoinUrdu Data
To reset ALL your BitcoinUrdu data (watchlist, portfolio, theme, language, currency, ad preferences, dismissed announcements, airdrop check history), do one of:
- Quick: Open DevTools (F12) → Application tab → Local Storage → right-click BitcoinUrdu.com → Clear.
- Per-browser: Chrome/Edge → Settings → Privacy and security → Site settings → View permissions and data stored across sites → search BitcoinUrdu → Clear data.
- Reset all sites: Browser Settings → Clear browsing data → Cookies and other site data.
Do Not Track (DNT)
We honor the DNT browser signal. If DNT is enabled, we disable Google Analytics tracking and personalized ads for your session. We also support the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal where legally recognized.
Changes
We may update this policy periodically. Material changes (new cookie categories, new third-party cookies) will be announced via a banner on the site for at least 30 days. Non-material changes (typos, clarifications) will be noted with an updated "Last updated" date.
Questions? Email [email protected] · Last updated: December 2025