Cookie Policy

How we use cookies and similar tracking technologies.

Last updated: March 28, 2026

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow websites to remember your preferences, analyze traffic patterns, and provide a better user experience. We use cookies in strict compliance with applicable privacy law, including via Google Consent Mode v2 (see our Privacy Policy).

2. Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function. They do not require your consent and cannot be disabled. They include session cookies for our secure client login area (/dashboard) and security tokens that prevent cross-site request forgery.

Analytics Cookies (requires consent)

  • _ga, _ga_* — Google Analytics 4. Tracks page views, session data, traffic source, and user behavior in aggregated form. Expires: 2 years.
  • _gid — Google Analytics session identifier. Expires: 24 hours.
  • These cookies are only activated after you provide consent via our cookie notice.

Functionality Cookies

  • consent_preference — Stores your cookie consent choice. Expires: 180 days.
  • This cookie is strictly necessary to remember your preference and does not track browsing activity.

3. Google Consent Mode v2 Implementation

This website uses Google Consent Mode v2 to manage consent for Google's measurement tools. When you have not consented to analytics cookies:

  • Google Analytics 4 operates in cookieless mode — no _ga or _gid cookies are set.
  • Google uses aggregated, modeled data for reporting purposes only.
  • No individual cross-site tracking occurs.
  • Conversion modeling may still be performed by Google on an aggregated basis.

This implementation meets Google's requirements for EU DMA compliance and reflects best practices for all users regardless of location.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We do not embed third-party social media widgets, embedded videos, or advertising pixels on this website that would set third-party cookies without your consent. If this changes, this policy will be updated with 30 days notice.

5. How to Control Cookies

You can manage cookies in several ways:

  • Browser settings: All modern browsers allow you to view, delete, and block cookies. Refer to your browser's help documentation for instructions.
  • Google Analytics opt-out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
  • Cookie preference: Clear your site cookies to reset your consent preference and be prompted again on your next visit.

Disabling strictly necessary cookies may affect website functionality, particularly the secure client dashboard.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will reflect any revisions. Contact hello@adatekagency.com with any questions.