Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 22, 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and supply information to the website owners.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, whatisADA.com) are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies." Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality such as analytics, interactive content, and advertising.
Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on whatisADA.com:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
theme | Stores your light/dark mode preference | 1 year |
cookie-consent | Records your cookie consent preference | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and the content we provide.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
_ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
_ga_* | Google Analytics — persists session state | 2 years |
_gid | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
checklist-progress | Saves your checklist generator progress | 30 days |
calculator-data | Saves your risk calculator inputs | Session |
How to Control Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways. Please keep in mind that removing or blocking cookies may impact your user experience and parts of our website may no longer be fully accessible.
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. However, if you limit the ability of websites to set cookies, you may impact your overall user experience. Below are links to cookie management instructions for common browsers:
- Chrome — Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox— Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari — Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge — Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies and site data
Opt Out of Analytics
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. This add-on instructs the Google Analytics JavaScript not to send visit information to Google Analytics.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our operational practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to periodically review this page for the latest information on our cookie practices.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at: whatisada.com/contact