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Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Software Chronicle uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on softwarecronichle.com. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device on future visits and remember your preferences. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide website operators with information about how their site is being used.

Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies [Essential]

These cookies are required for our website to function. They enable core functionality such as page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies. These cannot be disabled.

Analytics Cookies [Optional]

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. These cookies collect information about the number of visitors, pages visited, and traffic sources. All data is anonymized. You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Advertising Cookies [Optional]

Our ad network partners (including Google AdSense) use cookies to display relevant advertisements based on your browsing history. These cookies may track your activity across websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising at YourAdChoices.com or aboutads.info.

Affiliate Tracking Cookies [Functional]

When you click on affiliate links on our website, tracking cookies may be set by our affiliate network partners (CJ Affiliate, Impact, PartnerStack) to attribute any resulting purchase to our website. These cookies typically last 30 to 180 days.

Preference Cookies [Functional]

These cookies remember your choices and preferences on our website, such as your newsletter subscription status, to provide a more personalized experience.

How to Control Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

  • Browser settings:
  • Most browsers allow you to refuse all cookies or only certain types. See your browser Help section for instructions.
  • Google Analytics Opt-out: Install the browser add-on at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
  • Ad personalization: Opt out at yourAdChoices.com (USA) or youronlinechoices.com (UK/EU)
  • Our cookie consent banner: When you first visit our site, you can choose which cookies to accept

Note: Blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience on our website and the services we are able to offer.

Cookie Retention Periods

Cookie TypeRetention Period
Session cookiesDeleted when you close your browser
Google Analytics cookiesUp to 2 years
Google AdSense cookiesUp to 13 months
Affiliate tracking cookies30 to 180 days depending on the program
Preference cookiesUp to 1 year