Effective Date: July 2, 2025
This Cookie Policy outlines how cookies and similar tracking technologies are used on Clever Linker. By accessing or using our website, you consent to the use of cookies following this policy.
We are committed to being transparent about the technologies we use and their impact on your experience. This document provides detailed information about how and why we use cookies, what type of data they collect, and how you can manage or disable them.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to enable websites to function more efficiently, provide reporting information, and deliver personalized content.
Cookies can be “first-party” (set by us) or “third-party” (set by external services used on our site). These files help us understand user behavior, enhance your interaction with the website, and serve content or advertisements that may be of interest to you.
How We Use Cookies
Clever Linker uses cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the proper functioning of the website and cannot be switched off. They include basic functions like page navigation, secure login, and loading content.
- Analytics and Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often, time spent on pages, and interactions. We use this data to improve site performance and user experience, primarily through tools like Google Analytics.
- Advertising and Affiliate Cookies: These cookies track your interaction with ads or affiliate links. They help us deliver more relevant advertisements and track earnings from affiliate partnerships. This supports the continued availability of free content on Clever Linker.
- Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow us to remember user preferences and provide enhanced, more personalized features, such as your preferred content layout or recently viewed articles.
What Information Do Cookies Collect?
Cookies do not typically contain personally identifiable information. However, the data collected may include:
- Device type and browser version
- IP address and general location
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Interaction with ads, affiliate links, or embedded media
This information helps us understand trends and optimize our content strategy accordingly.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on Clever Linker are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. These include, but are not limited to:
- Google AdSense, for contextual advertising
- Affiliate networks, such as Amazon Associates or ShareASale
- Social media integrations, like sharing buttons or embedded content
These third parties may use cookies independently to track your behavior across other websites. We recommend reviewing their individual cookie and privacy policies.
- Google Privacy Policy
- Amazon Associates Program Policy
Managing and Disabling Cookies
You have the right to accept or reject cookies at any time. Most browsers allow you to manage cookie preferences, including:
- Blocking all cookies
- Allowing only selected types
- Clearing stored cookies on your device
To learn more about how to manage cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect your ability to use some parts of the website.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, applicable regulations, or our business practices. When we make changes, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or how your data is used, please visit our Contact Page.
This Cookie Policy is part of our broader commitment to user transparency, legal compliance, and providing a safe, personalized experience for all visitors to Clever Linker.