Cookie Policy
Effective Date: October 17, 2026 • Last Updated: October 17, 2026
At ToolDolfen ([OWNER TO FILL: Legal Entity Name, e.g., ToolDolfen Inc. / Bilal Ahmad]), accessible at https://tooldolfen.com, we believe in radical transparency. Your files, photos, PDFs, and documents are processed 100% locally within your browser sandbox and are never written to cookies, local storage, or remote servers.
1. What Are Cookies and Web Storage?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer or mobile device by websites you visit. They are widely used to maintain secure sessions, remember settings, and provide anonymous performance analytics. In addition to HTTP cookies, we also use modern browser localStorage to store your consent choices securely without sending unnecessary headers on every network request.
2. Categories of Cookies We Use
A. Strictly Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies and storage entries are necessary for the website to function securely and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are set in response to actions made by you, such as logging into an administrative or user account, setting your privacy preferences, or submitting a CSRF-protected form:
| Cookie / Storage Key | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| tooldolfen_session | ToolDolfen | Maintains encrypted user authentication, 2FA validation state, and flash notices. | Session (Expires on close or timeout) | Essential |
| _csrf | ToolDolfen | Protects against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) on forms and tools. | Session | Essential |
| td_cookie_consent | ToolDolfen (localStorage) | Saves your cookie consent choices so the banner does not reappear on every page. | Persistent (1 year) | Essential |
B. Analytics & Performance Cookies (Gated by Consent)
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us know which tools are most popular, identify 404 errors, and optimize browser memory performance:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics 4 (G-BY228EZGRX) |
Distinguishes unique users anonymously and measures website interaction. | 2 years | Analytics |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 | Maintains session state and engagement metrics for the specified measurement stream. | 2 years | Analytics |
Strict Gating Guarantee: If you select "Essential Only" or uncheck "Analytics" in our Cookie Preferences, the Google Analytics script is blocked entirely and window['ga-disable-G-BY228EZGRX'] = true is executed immediately. No analytics cookies are placed, and zero network beacons are sent.
C. Advertising & Monetization Cookies (Google AdSense)
ToolDolfen is 100% free with no paywalls or mandatory subscriptions. We display contextual advertisements served via Google AdSense:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| __gads | Google AdSense | Measures ad performance and prevents serving the same ad repeatedly. | 13 months | Advertising |
| __gpi | Google AdSense | Collects anonymous publisher interaction data for ad fraud detection. | 13 months | Advertising |
3. How to Control and Manage Cookies
You have full autonomy over non-essential cookies. You can adjust your consent at any time using our on-site settings dialog:
A. Browser Controls
Most modern web browsers allow you to manage cookie settings through their preferences menu. You can block all cookies, delete existing cookies, or configure site-specific rules:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Enhanced Tracking Protection
- Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies
B. Third-Party Opt-Out Tools
- To opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites, install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- To opt out of interest-based ads by participating networks, visit the Digital Advertising Alliance Consumer Choice Tool or Your Online Choices (EU).
4. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect technical upgrades, new third-party integrations, or regulatory changes. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this document indicates when the latest revision took effect.
5. Contact & Questions
If you have questions about our use of cookies or tracking technologies, please contact our privacy compliance team:
ToolDolfen Privacy & Data Protection Team
Legal Entity: [OWNER TO FILL: Legal Entity Name, e.g., ToolDolfen Inc. / Bilal Ahmad]
Physical Jurisdiction: [OWNER TO FILL: Physical Address / Jurisdiction, e.g., Wilmington, DE, USA]
Email: support@tooldolfen.com
Online Support: https://tooldolfen.com/contact