Cookie Policy

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our services. Types of Files: • Cookies: Small text files stored by your browser • Local Storage: Browser storage for preferences and settings • Session Storage: Temporary storage cleared when you close your browser

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes: 1. Essential Functionality • Remember your theme preference (dark/light mode) • Store your language selection (English/Thai) • Enable Progressive Web App (PWA) features • Maintain session state 2. Analytics and Performance • Understand how visitors use our website • Identify popular tools and features • Measure website performance • Track user journey and behavior patterns 3. Advertising • Display relevant advertisements • Measure ad effectiveness • Prevent ad fraud • Personalize ad content

Strictly Necessary Cookies (Cannot be disabled) • Purpose: Essential for website functionality • Duration: Session or up to 1 year • Examples: Theme preference, language selection • Legal Basis: Legitimate interest Analytics Cookies (Optional) • Provider: Google Analytics • Purpose: Usage statistics and insights • Duration: Up to 26 months • Data Collected: Pages viewed, time spent, device type, location (country/region) • Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout Advertising Cookies (Optional) • Provider: Google AdSense • Purpose: Display relevant ads • Duration: Up to 2 years • Data Collected: Ad interactions, interests, demographics • Opt-out: https://adssettings.google.com

We use services from third parties that may set their own cookies: Google Analytics • Purpose: Website analytics • Cookies: _ga, _gid, _gat • Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy • Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout Google AdSense • Purpose: Advertisement delivery • Cookies: IDE, DSID, FLC, AID, TAID • Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads • Opt-out: https://adssettings.google.com Content Delivery Network (CDN) • Purpose: Fast content delivery • Cookies: May vary by provider • Privacy Policy: Check provider documentation

Browser Settings You can control cookies through your browser settings: • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies • Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies • Edge: Settings > Privacy > Cookies Cookie Options: • Block all cookies (may affect functionality) • Block third-party cookies only • Delete existing cookies • Allow cookies from specific websites Opt-out Links: • Google Analytics: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout • Google Ads: https://adssettings.google.com • Digital Advertising Alliance: http://optout.aboutads.info • European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: http://www.youronlinechoices.eu

In addition to cookies, we use browser storage mechanisms: Local Storage (Persists until manually cleared) • Theme preference (dark/light mode) • Language selection • Favorite tools list • Recent tools history • PWA settings Session Storage (Cleared when browser closes) • Temporary tool data • Session state • Navigation history Managing Storage: You can clear Local Storage through: • Browser settings > Clear browsing data • Developer console > Application > Local Storage > Clear • Privacy settings in your browser

If you disable cookies or Local Storage, some features may not work properly: Features That May Be Affected: • Theme preference will not be saved • Language selection will reset • Favorite tools will not be remembered • Recent tools history will be lost • PWA features may not function • Analytics and performance monitoring will be disabled Features That Will Still Work: • All tools will continue to function • Client-side processing will work normally • Website navigation will remain functional

Consent for Cookies By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. We use different legal bases for different types of cookies: • Essential Cookies: Legitimate interest (no consent required) • Analytics Cookies: Implied consent through continued use • Advertising Cookies: Implied consent through continued use Withdrawing Consent: You can withdraw your consent at any time by: • Disabling cookies in your browser settings • Opting out using the links provided above • Clearing your browser data • Using privacy-focused browser modes (Incognito/Private)

Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly set cookies or collect data from children. If you are a parent and believe your child has accepted cookies on our site, please contact us to have them deleted.

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. How We Notify You: • Updated "Last updated" date at the top • Prominent notice on the website for significant changes • Email notification (if we have your contact information) Your Continued Use: Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.

Learn More About Cookies: • All About Cookies: https://www.allaboutcookies.org • Network Advertising Initiative: https://www.networkadvertising.org • European Commission: https://ec.europa.eu/ipg/basics/legal/cookies Contact Us: If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: • Email: [email protected] • Website: https://onlinetoolsforge.com Related Policies: • Privacy Policy: /privacy • Terms of Service: /terms