Table of Contents
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to site owners. Cookies are not harmful programs and do not contain viruses. They cannot access other files on your device.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
TerraNomadHub uses the following categories of cookies:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies — Essential for the website to function properly. These cannot be disabled as they enable core features such as language preference storage. They do not track personal information.
- Analytics Cookies — Help us understand how visitors interact with our site (pages visited, time spent, traffic sources). This data is collected in aggregate and anonymized. Used to improve content and user experience.
- Advertising Cookies — Set by Google AdSense to deliver targeted advertisements relevant to you. These cookies track your browsing activity across websites. Consent is required for these cookies under GDPR.
3. Cookie Reference Table
Below is a reference list of the main cookies active on TerraNomadHub:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
lang_pref |
TerraNomad | Stores your selected language preference | 1 year | Necessary |
_ga |
Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users; traffic analytics | 2 years | Analytics |
_gid |
Google Analytics | Distinguishes users; session tracking | 24 hours | Analytics |
_gat |
Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute | Analytics |
DSID |
Google / DoubleClick | Identifies signed-in Google users for ad targeting | 2 weeks | Advertising |
IDE |
Google / DoubleClick | Used for targeted advertising across the web | 1 year | Advertising |
test_cookie |
Google / DoubleClick | Checks if the browser supports cookies | Session | Advertising |
4. Google AdSense Cookies
TerraNomadHub participates in the Google AdSense program. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this and other websites. This enables Google to display ads that may be relevant to your interests. You have the following options to control these cookies:
- Visit Google Ad Settings to opt out of personalized advertising;
- Use the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out tool;
- Install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
Even if you opt out of personalized ads, you may still see non-personalized advertisements when using TerraNomadHub.
5. Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies via browser settings (note: this may prevent some parts of the site from working correctly);
- Delete cookies already stored on your device;
- Set your browser to notify you when cookies are set.
Browser-specific guidance:
6. Cookie Consent
In accordance with EU GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive, we request your consent before placing non-essential cookies (analytics and advertising) on your device. Strictly necessary cookies are placed automatically as they are essential to the website's operation. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or contacting us directly.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our use of cookies. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
8. Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us via the Contact Support page.