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Cookie Policy

LAST UPDATED: APRIL 24, 2026  ·  CODEBYTES  ·  poetic-bytes.blogspot.com

§01 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your device (computer, phone, or tablet) when you visit. They are widely used to make websites work correctly, improve user experience, and provide analytical data to site owners.

Cookies are not programs and cannot execute code or carry viruses. They are simply data files that help websites remember information about your visit.

On CodeBytes, cookies are primarily set by Google (via Blogger and Google Analytics), not directly by the blog author. The author does not write custom cookie code.

§02 How We Use Cookies

CodeBytes uses cookies for the following purposes:

  • Site functionality: To ensure the blog renders correctly and the comment system works
  • Analytics: To understand how many people visit, which articles are popular, and where visitors come from
  • Preferences: To remember certain display settings or previously viewed content
  • Security: To detect and prevent spam and abusive behavior in comments
  • Advertising (if applicable): Google AdSense may use cookies to serve personalized advertisements

§03 Types of Cookies

Cookies can be categorized by their lifespan and origin:

By Duration:

  • Session cookies — Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser. Used for basic site functionality.
  • Persistent cookies — Remain on your device for a defined period (days to years). Used for analytics and preference memory.

By Origin:

  • First-party cookies — Set directly by CodeBytes (via Blogger). Used for core blog functionality.
  • Third-party cookies — Set by external services like Google Analytics, Google AdSense, or social sharing buttons.

By Category:

  • Essential — Required for the website to function. Cannot be disabled.
  •  Analytics  — Help us understand visitor behavior. Can be opted out.
  • Advertising — Used to serve relevant ads. Can be opted out.
  • Functional — Enhance user experience but are not required.

§05 Third-Party Cookies

When you interact with certain features on CodeBytes — such as social sharing buttons for Facebook, X (Twitter), or Pinterest — those platforms may also set their own cookies on your device. CodeBytes has no control over these third-party cookies.

We recommend reviewing the cookie and privacy policies of these platforms:

§06 Managing Cookies

You have the right to accept, decline, or delete cookies at any time. Below are links to cookie management instructions for major browsers:

Google Chrome Manage Chrome Cookies →
Mozilla Firefox Manage Firefox Cookies →
Apple Safari Manage Safari Cookies →
Microsoft Edge Manage Edge Cookies →
Opera Manage Opera Cookies →
Google Analytics Opt-Out GA Opt-Out Add-On →
Important: Disabling or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of CodeBytes. The comment system, in particular, relies on Google's session cookies to operate correctly.

To opt out of Google's interest-based advertising, visit Google Ads Settings or AboutAds.info.

§07 Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. At this time, CodeBytes does not alter its data collection practices in response to DNT signals, as there is no universally accepted standard for how websites should interpret them.

We will revisit this position if and when a clear technical standard is established.

§09 Policy Updates

This Cookie Policy may be revised to reflect changes in technology, law, or third-party services we rely on. The "Last Updated" date at the top will always reflect the most recent version. Continued use of CodeBytes after any updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

§10 Contact

If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy, please contact:

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