Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 12, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how IVA Facts uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit ivafacts.co.uk.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites:

  • Remember your preferences
  • Understand how you use the site
  • Improve your user experience
  • Display relevant content and advertisements

How We Use Cookies

IVA Facts uses cookies for:

  1. Essential Website Function: Enable core features
  2. Analytics: Understand website usage and performance
  3. Advertising: Display relevant advertisements
  4. User Preferences: Remember your settings

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies

Purpose: Essential for website operation
Duration: Session or up to 12 months
Can be disabled: No (required for site function)

These cookies enable:

  • Basic website navigation
  • Secure access to certain features
  • Cookie consent preferences

2. Analytics Cookies

Provider: Google Analytics
Purpose: Understand website usage
Duration: Up to 26 months
Can be disabled: Yes

Information collected:

  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on site
  • Traffic sources
  • Device and browser type
  • Geographic location (city/country level)

Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on

3. Advertising Cookies

Provider: Google AdSense
Purpose: Display relevant advertisements
Duration: Up to 24 months
Can be disabled: Yes

These cookies:

  • Remember websites you visit
  • Enable targeted advertising
  • Measure ad effectiveness
  • Control ad frequency

Manage preferences: Google Ad Settings

4. Functionality Cookies

Purpose: Remember your preferences
Duration: Up to 12 months
Can be disabled: Yes

These cookies remember:

  • Calculator inputs (stored locally)
  • Language preferences
  • Display settings

Cookie Details

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Duration Type
_ga Google Analytics Distinguish users 2 years Analytics
_gid Google Analytics Distinguish users 24 hours Analytics
_gat Google Analytics Throttle requests 1 minute Analytics
cookie_consent IVA Facts Store cookie preferences 1 year Essential
IDE Google AdSense Ad targeting 1 year Advertising
DSID Google AdSense Ad tracking 2 weeks Advertising

Managing Cookies

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
  • Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

Note: Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

Cookie Preference Center

You can manage your cookie preferences using our cookie consent banner that appears on your first visit. To change preferences later, click the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services:

Google Analytics

Google AdSense

We do not control third-party cookies. Please review their privacy policies for more information.

Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers offer "Do Not Track" signals. Currently, there is no industry standard for responding to DNT. We do not alter our data collection practices when we receive DNT signals.

Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use:

  • Local Storage: Store data locally in your browser
  • Session Storage: Temporary storage cleared when you close your browser
  • Pixels/Beacons: Track website usage and ad performance

These technologies serve similar purposes to cookies and are managed through browser settings.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:

  • Changes in technology
  • Legal requirements
  • New features or services

Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

Questions About Cookies?

For questions about our use of cookies:

Your Rights

Under UK data protection laws, you have rights regarding cookies and personal data. See our Privacy Policy for details about:

  • Accessing your data
  • Deleting your data
  • Withdrawing consent
  • Lodging complaints

Cookie Consent

By continuing to use IVA Facts, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can withdraw consent at any time through:

  1. Browser cookie settings
  2. Our cookie preference center
  3. Third-party opt-out tools

Remember: Some cookies are essential for website operation. Disabling all cookies may limit your ability to use certain features.