Cookie Policy

What Are Browser Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences and understand how you use it.

Cookies Used on FiberTools

Cookie	Provider	Purpose	Duration
_ga, _ga_*	Google Analytics	Distinguish unique users, track page views and sessions	2 years
_gid	Google Analytics	Distinguish users	24 hours
_gat	Google Analytics	Throttle request rate	1 minute
Various	Google AdSense	Serve and measure advertisements	Varies

Local Storage and Preferences

In addition to cookies, FiberTools uses your browser's localStorage to save preferences like your preferred unit system (yards vs. meters) and dark mode setting. This data never leaves your device and is not shared with anyone.

Essential vs. Non-Essential Cookies

Essential: FiberTools does not use any cookies that are strictly necessary for the site to function. All tools work without cookies.

Non-essential (analytics & advertising): Google Analytics and AdSense cookies are non-essential. Under GDPR, we request your consent before loading these. You can withdraw consent at any time via the cookie banner.

Google Consent Mode v2

We implement Google Consent Mode v2, which means:

Before you consent, Google tags load in a restricted mode that does not store cookies
After you consent, full analytics and ad personalization cookies are enabled
If you decline, Google tags remain restricted and no tracking cookies are set

How to Manage Cookies

You can manage cookies in several ways:

Cookie banner: Use the consent banner that appears when you first visit to accept or decline non-essential cookies
Browser settings: Most browsers let you block or delete cookies through their settings menu
Google opt-out: Visit Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Ad personalization: Visit Google Ad Settings to manage personalized ads

Contact Us About Cookies

Questions about cookies? Email us at hello@fibertools.app.