Cookie Policy
Last updated: July 14, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and improve your experience.
2. How We Use Cookies
GearInspector uses cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly, such as maintaining your session when logged into the admin panel (PHP session cookie) and remembering your cookie consent preferences.
- Performance & Analytics: We use third‑party services like Google Analytics to analyze site traffic and improve content. These cookies collect anonymous data about pages visited and time spent.
- Functionality Cookies: We store your display preferences, such as dark mode, locally in your browser (not via cookies).
- Advertising: Our affiliate links may use cookies to track referrals; these are set by Amazon or other retailers when you click a product link.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Maintains admin login session | Session | Essential |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preference | 1 year | Essential |
| _ga, _gid, _gat | Google Analytics – distinguish users and throttle requests | 2 years / 24 hours / 1 minute | Analytics |
| session-id (Amazon) | Amazon affiliate tracking | 24 hours | Advertising |
4. Your Choices
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings icon at the bottom of the page. Most browsers also allow you to block or delete cookies via settings.
If you disable essential cookies, parts of the website (like the admin area) will not function.
5. Third‑Party Services
We use:
- Google Analytics: Learn more at Google’s Privacy Policy. You can opt out via the Google Analytics Opt‑out Browser Add‑on.
- Amazon Associates: When you click affiliate links, Amazon may set cookies. Read their Cookie Notice.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
7. Contact
If you have questions, reach out at privacy@gearinspector.com.