Last Updated: February 9, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how GaugeGenie (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at gaugegenie.com. This policy is part of our Privacy Policy and should be read together with our Terms of Use.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies typically contain:
- The name of the website from which the cookie has come
- The “lifetime” of the cookie (how long it will remain on your device)
- A unique number or similar identifier
2. Why We Use Cookies
GaugeGenie uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Enable essential functionality of our website
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how you use our knitting calculators and tools
- Improve our Service and user experience
- Personalize content and recommendations
- Analyze website traffic and performance
- Deliver relevant advertisements
- Protect against fraud and enhance security
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. Without these cookies, services you have requested cannot be provided.
Examples:
- Session cookies that keep you logged in
- Security cookies that authenticate users
- Load balancing cookies that distribute traffic
- Cookie consent preferences
Duration: Session or up to 1 year
You cannot disable these cookies as they are necessary for the Service to function.
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language preference, or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features.
Examples:
- Remembering your saved knitting projects
- Storing your measurement preferences (metric vs. imperial)
- Remembering your default yarn weight settings
- Saving calculator input history
- Theme preferences (light/dark mode)
- Language preferences
Duration: 1 month to 2 years
3.3 Performance/Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve how our website works.
Examples:
- Google Analytics cookies
- Tracking pages visited and time spent
- Monitoring which calculators are most used
- Identifying error pages and technical issues
- Understanding navigation patterns
- Measuring website performance
Common Analytics Cookies:
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Duration: 1 day to 2 years
3.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements relevant to you and your interests. They may also limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
Examples:
- Display ads for yarn and knitting supplies
- Remarketing to show you relevant content
- Measuring ad campaign effectiveness
- Building advertising profiles
- Cross-site tracking for advertising purposes
Common Advertising Cookies:
- Google Ads cookies
- Facebook Pixel
- Third-party advertising network cookies
Duration: 1 month to 2 years
3.5 Social Media Cookies
These cookies are set by social media platforms that we have integrated into our website to enable you to share content with your friends and networks.
Examples:
- Facebook sharing and like buttons
- Pinterest pin buttons
- Instagram integration
- Social login functionality
Duration: Varies by platform (typically 1 month to 2 years)
4. Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:
4.1 Web Beacons (Pixel Tags)
Small graphic images embedded in web pages or emails to track whether a page was visited or an email was opened.
4.2 Local Storage
Technology that allows websites to store data locally in your browser. This may include HTML5 local storage and session storage.
4.3 Device Fingerprinting
Collecting information about your device configuration to create a unique identifier for analytics and security purposes.
4.4 Log Files
Our servers automatically record certain information about your visit, including IP address, browser type, referring pages, and access times.
5. First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies
5.1 First-Party Cookies
These are cookies set directly by GaugeGenie. We have full control over these cookies and use them to operate our website and provide our services.
5.2 Third-Party Cookies
These are cookies set by third-party services that we use, such as:
- Google Analytics – for website analytics
- Google Ads – for advertising
- Facebook – for social sharing and advertising
- Stripe/PayPal – for payment processing
- Cloudflare – for security and performance
- YouTube – for embedded videos
- Pinterest – for content sharing
We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to the privacy policies of these third parties for more information about how they use cookies.
6. How Long Do Cookies Last?
Session Cookies
These temporary cookies are erased when you close your browser. They are used primarily for functional purposes, such as keeping you logged in during your visit.
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period (ranging from days to years) or until you delete them. They are used to remember your preferences and analyze long-term patterns.
Typical Duration by Cookie Type:
- Strictly Necessary: Session to 1 year
- Functional: 1 month to 2 years
- Analytics: 1 day to 2 years
- Advertising: 1 month to 2 years
- Social Media: Varies by platform
7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options to manage or disable cookies:
7.1 Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit GaugeGenie, you will see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences by category
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer of our website.
7.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- Make exceptions for specific websites
How to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Google Chrome:
- Click the three dots menu > Settings
- Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Choose your preferred settings
Mozilla Firefox:
- Click the menu button > Settings
- Privacy & Security
- Cookies and Site Data section
Safari:
- Preferences > Privacy
- Manage cookies and website data
Microsoft Edge:
- Settings > Cookies and site permissions
- Manage and delete cookies and site data
Mobile Browsers:
- Similar options are available in mobile browser settings
- Consult your browser’s help documentation for specific instructions
7.3 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of specific types of cookies:
Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Advertising Cookies:
- Network Advertising Initiative: http://www.networkadvertising.org/choices/
- Digital Advertising Alliance: http://www.aboutads.info/choices/
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: http://www.youronlinechoices.eu/
Social Media: Adjust your privacy settings on each social media platform.
7.4 Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals, and GaugeGenie does not currently respond to DNT browser signals.
8. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable or block cookies, please note that:
Essential Functionality May Be Affected:
- You may not be able to log in to your account
- Your preferences will not be saved
- Some calculators may not function properly
- Shopping cart features may not work
- Security features may be compromised
Enhanced Features Will Be Limited:
- Personalized recommendations will not be available
- Your saved projects may not persist between sessions
- User experience may be less optimized
We Cannot Provide Certain Services:
- Some premium features may be unavailable
- Content customization will be limited
You can still browse most of GaugeGenie without cookies enabled, but your experience will be limited.
9. Cookies Used on GaugeGenie
Below is a detailed list of the main cookies we use:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
session_id | Maintains your login session | Session |
csrf_token | Security protection against cross-site attacks | Session |
cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
load_balancer | Distributes server load | Session |
Functional Cookies
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
user_preferences | Stores your settings and preferences | 1 year |
measurement_unit | Remembers metric/imperial preference | 6 months |
saved_projects | References your saved knitting projects | 2 years |
calculator_history | Stores recent calculator inputs | 30 days |
theme_preference | Light/dark mode setting | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
_ga | Google Analytics – distinguishes users | 2 years |
_gid | Google Analytics – distinguishes users | 24 hours |
_gat | Google Analytics – throttles request rate | 1 minute |
_ga_<container-id> | Google Analytics 4 – persists session state | 2 years |
Advertising Cookies
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
_gcl_au | Google AdSense – advertising | 3 months |
IDE | Google DoubleClick – advertising | 1 year |
fr | Facebook – advertising and analytics | 3 months |
_fbp | Facebook Pixel – tracking conversions | 3 months |
Social Media Cookies
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
datr | Facebook – security and integrity | 2 years |
_pinterest_ct | Pinterest – analytics | 1 year |
| Various | Platform-specific cookies | Varies |
Note: This is not an exhaustive list. Third-party cookies may change, and new cookies may be added as we integrate new services.
10. Children’s Privacy
GaugeGenie does not knowingly collect information from children under 13 through cookies. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected information from your child, please contact us immediately at privacy@gaugegenie.com.
11. International Data Transfers
Information collected through cookies may be transferred to and processed in countries other than the country in which you reside. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using GaugeGenie, you consent to such transfers.
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.
12. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on this page with a new “Last Updated” date
- Displaying a notice on our website
- Requesting renewed consent if required by law
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
13. Your Rights Under GDPR (EEA Users)
If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have specific rights regarding cookies under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Right to Consent: We must obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies
- Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent at any time
- Right to Access: You can request information about cookies we use
- Right to Object: You can object to certain types of cookie processing
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: You can complain to your data protection authority
14. Your Rights Under CCPA (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- You have the right to know what personal information is collected through cookies
- You have the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
- You have the right to request deletion of information collected through cookies
- You will not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights
15. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
GaugeGenie Email: contact@gaugegenie.com Cookie Questions: contact@gaugegenie.com Website: gaugegenie.com
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.
16. Additional Resources
For more information about cookies and online privacy, visit:
- All About Cookies: https://www.allaboutcookies.org/
- Network Advertising Initiative: https://www.networkadvertising.org/
- Your Online Choices (EU): https://www.youronlinechoices.eu/
- Federal Trade Commission: https://www.ftc.gov/
Cookie Preference Center
Manage Your Cookie Settings
You can customize your cookie preferences below:
Strictly Necessary Cookies – Always Active These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be disabled.
Functional Cookies – [Toggle On/Off] These cookies enable personalized features and remember your preferences.
Analytics Cookies – [Toggle On/Off] These cookies help us understand how you use our website so we can improve it.
Advertising Cookies – [Toggle On/Off] These cookies are used to show you relevant advertisements.
Social Media Cookies – [Toggle On/Off] These cookies enable social sharing features.
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