Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how DNSLookup.pro uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. This policy supplements our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, track usage patterns, and provide personalized experiences.

Types of Cookies We Use

Session Cookies: Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser
Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device until expiration or manual deletion
First-Party Cookies: Set directly by DNSLookup.pro
Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services (e.g., Google Analytics, Cloudflare)

2. Cookie Categories

Category	Purpose	Required	Duration
Essential	Enable core functionality, security, session management	Yes	Session / 1 year
Analytics	Understand usage patterns, improve services	No	2 years
Functional	Remember preferences, settings	No	1 year
Marketing	Currently not used	No	N/A

3. Cookies We Use

Essential Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled.

Cookie Name	Provider	Purpose	Expiry
XSRF-TOKEN	DNSLookup.pro	CSRF protection	2 hours
laravel_session	DNSLookup.pro	Session management	2 hours
__cf_bm	Cloudflare	Bot management	30 minutes

Analytics Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.

Cookie Name	Provider	Purpose	Expiry
_ga	Google Analytics	Distinguish users	2 years
_ga_*	Google Analytics	Persist session state	2 years
_gid	Google Analytics	Distinguish users	24 hours
_gat	Google Analytics	Throttle request rate	1 minute

4. Third-Party Services

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and usage patterns.

IP Anonymization: Enabled
Data Retention: 26 months
Advertising Features: Disabled
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy

Cloudflare

Cloudflare provides CDN, security, and performance services.

Purpose: DDoS protection, bot management, caching
Cookies: __cf_bm, __cflb, __cfduid (deprecated)
Privacy Policy: Cloudflare Privacy Policy

5. How to Control Cookies

5.1 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

Google Chrome

Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

Mozilla Firefox

Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data

Microsoft Edge

Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies

5.2 Opt-Out Tools

Google Analytics Opt-out

Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on:

Download Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on

Code Snippet to Disable Analytics

Add this to your browser console:

// Disable Google Analytics
window['ga-disable-G-9NZ4BZ5M0J'] = true;
localStorage.setItem('ga-disable', 'true');
console.log('Google Analytics disabled');

5.3 Do Not Track (DNT)

We honor Do Not Track browser signals. When DNT is enabled, we will not use analytics cookies.

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Important Notice

Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Essential Cookies: If disabled, core features (login, security) may not work
Analytics Cookies: No impact on functionality, but we cannot improve services based on usage data
Functional Cookies: Preferences and settings will not be saved

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Changes will be posted with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Questions About Cookies?

For questions about our cookie practices, contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Privacy Policy: View Privacy Policy