Cookie Policy
Which cookies stackpipeline.com sets, what each one does, how long it lasts, and how to control or disable them in your browser.
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This Cookie Policy explains how StackPipeline Media uses cookies and similar technologies on stackpipeline.com, and how you can control them.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They let a site remember your actions and preferences over time. "First-party" cookies are set by the site you are visiting; "third-party" cookies are set by other domains, such as advertising or analytics providers.
2. Cookie categories we use
2.1 Strictly necessary
Required for the site to function. These cannot be disabled through our consent interface because the site cannot operate without them. StackPipeline is a static site, so this category is limited to security and consent-state storage.
2.2 Analytics
Not currently active. If we enable analytics, this policy will be updated before any analytics cookie is set.
2.3 Advertising
Not currently active. If we enable advertising, this policy will be updated before any advertising cookie is set.
2.4 Affiliate attribution
Set by vendor websites — not by us — after you click a tracked link, so the vendor can attribute a signup to StackPipeline. These are placed on the vendor's domain, and their duration is controlled by the vendor.
3. Specific cookies
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| sp_consent | StackPipeline | Stores your cookie consent choices | 12 months |
| __gads / __gpi | Ad delivery, frequency capping and measurement | 13 months | |
| IDE / test_cookie | Google DoubleClick | Ad personalisation and conversion measurement | Up to 13 months |
| _ga / _ga_* | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors, aggregate reporting | 24 months |
Third-party cookie names and durations are set by their providers and may change without notice to us.
4. How to control cookies
4.1 Browser settings
Every major browser lets you block or delete cookies. Blocking all cookies will not break StackPipeline — the site is fully readable without them.
4.2 Advertising opt-outs
- Google Ads Settings — control personalised ads across Google services
- DAA WebChoices — opt out of participating vendors
- NAI opt-out — Network Advertising Initiative members
- Your Online Choices — EU-focused opt-out portal
5. Do Not Track
There is no industry-standard response to Do Not Track browser signals. We do not currently respond to DNT headers, but we honour the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal where it is present.
6. Changes
We update this policy when our cookie usage changes. The "Last updated" date above reflects the most recent revision.
7. Contact
Questions about cookies: privacy@stackpipeline.com