Cookie Policy for TechVerdict.co (Updated for US Laws)
Last updated: February 26, 2026
TechVerdict.co (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze traffic, and support affiliate partnerships. This policy complies with GDPR (EU), CCPA/CPRA (California), CalOPPA (California), and other US state privacy laws where applicable. We also honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals for opt-outs.
1. What Are Cookies?
Small text files stored on your device. Includes pixels, local storage. CCPA Note: Cookies collecting personal information (e.g., IP, browsing history) are disclosed below with opt-out options.
2. Consent & US Compliance
- EU/GDPR: Explicit opt-in via CookieYes CMP banner.
- CCPA/CPRA/CalOPPA: Transparency + “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link (footer). No data “sold” without opt-in. Honor GPC browser signals.
- Global: Manage via CookieYes banner/preferences.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | CCPA Category | Examples | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | Site functionality, security | Not sold/shared | wordpress_*, PHPSESSID | Session | TechVerdict.co |
| Analytics | Traffic, behavior (anonymized IP) | Aggregated stats | _ga, _gid, _gat | 2 min – 26 months | |
| Marketing/Affiliate | Track clicks (reviews) | Shared for attribution | Amazon/NordVPN trackers | 24h – 90 days | Amazon, NordVPN |
| Preferences | Language/layout | User settings | pll_language | 1 year | Polylang |
| Functional | Consent storage | CMP settings | cookieyes-consent | 14 days | CookieYes |
4. Detailed Cookie List & CCPA Disclosures
Personal Information Collected: IP address, device info, browsing behavior (considered “identifiers” & “internet activity” under CCPA). Not sold/shared without consent.
Essential (No Consent):
text• wordpress_logged_in_[hash] - Authentication (1 year)
Analytics (Consent Required):
text• _ga - Visitor ID (26 months) - Google Analytics
Marketing (Consent + CCPA Opt-out Required):
text• Amazon affiliate cookies - Click tracking (90 days)
• NordVPN affiliate - Referral ID (30 days)
5. Third Party Providers & Opt-outs
| Provider | Domain | CCPA: Data Shared | Opt-out |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | google-analytics.com | Aggregated analytics | Google Opt-out | GPC |
| Amazon Associates | amazon.com | Click attribution | Amazon settings | Do Not Sell |
| NordVPN Affiliate | nordvpn.com | Referral tracking | NordVPN | GPC |
| CookieYes | cookieyes.com | Consent prefs | CookieYes settings |
CCPA/CPRA Links:
- Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information
- Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information
- Your California Privacy Rights
6. Your Controls
- Cookie Banner: Accept/reject categories
- Settings: [Cookie Preferences] (footer)
- Browser: Delete cookies, enable GPC
- CCPA Opt-out: Click footer links (stored 12 months)
- GDPR Rights: Email info@techverdict.co
7. Data Retention
Max 26 months. Deleted upon request/opt-out.
8. International Transfers
USA/India/Panama: Protected by EU-US DPF, SCCs.
9. Changes
Posted here + site notice.
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