Effective Date: September 30, 2026 | Last Updated: September 30, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how TechLoverHD (“we“, “our“, or “us“) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on techloverhd.com (the “Site“). This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit websites. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide analytical data to website operators.
2. Manage Your Cookie Preferences
You have full control over non-essential cookies. You can review or adjust your consent choices at any time by clicking the button below:
3. Categories of Cookies We Use
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are essential for the operation and security of our Site. They cannot be disabled in our systems. They do not store any personally identifiable information.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
tlhd_theme | TechLoverHD | Remembers your Dark Mode / Light Mode preference | 1 Year (Local Storage) |
tlhd_cookie_consent | TechLoverHD | Stores your cookie consent preferences across sessions | 1 Year (Local Storage) |
__cf_bm | Cloudflare | Detects and mitigates automated bot traffic and DDoS attacks | 30 Minutes |
wordpress_logged_in_* | WordPress | Maintains secure sessions for authenticated contributors | Session |
B. Analytics & Performance Cookies (Optional)
We use Google Analytics with Google Consent Mode v2 to understand how readers interact with our tutorials and articles. These cookies are only activated if you provide explicit consent in our cookie banner.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga | Google LLC | Distinguishes unique users and calculates visitor counts | 2 Years |
_ga_* | Google LLC | Persists session state and interaction metrics | 2 Years |
C. Marketing & Affiliate Cookies (Optional)
TechLoverHD participates in affiliate marketing programs. When you click an affiliate product link to purchase hardware or software, an affiliate tracking cookie is set by the merchant network (e.g. Amazon Associates) to attribute the referral to our site. These cookies do not track your browsing across unrelated sites or collect personal identity data.
4. Browser-Level Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can configure your browser to reject all cookies or delete existing cookies:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
5. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding our use of cookies, please contact us at [email protected].