Cookie Policy
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This Cookie Policy explains how ImagineTool (“we”, “us” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on imaginetool.site. It should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which describes how we handle personal data more broadly. Our aim is to be open about the technologies we use and to give you real control over them.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your browser or device when you visit it. They help a website remember your actions and preferences, work properly, measure its performance and, in some cases, show advertising. Similar technologies include local storage, session storage, pixels, tags and software development kits. In this policy we use the word “cookies” to cover all of them.
First-Party and Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set by ImagineTool. Third-party cookies are set by other companies whose services appear on or are connected to our website, such as advertising and analytics providers.
Session and Persistent Cookies
Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies stay on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
Why We Use Cookies
- To make the website load and work correctly and securely
- To remember settings such as dark or light mode and recent tool choices
- To understand how visitors use our tools so we can improve them
- To show advertising that helps keep ImagineTool free
- To protect the website from bots, spam and abuse
Your uploaded files are never stored in cookies. Many of our tools process files in your browser, and files that need server-side processing are deleted automatically after processing, as explained in our Privacy Policy.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function and for security. They may support page loading, load balancing, fraud prevention and your saved cookie choices. They cannot be switched off in our systems, although you can block them in your browser, which may stop parts of the website from working.
2. Preference (Functional) Cookies
These remember choices you make, such as theme, recently used tools or download history stored on your device, so that the website feels more personal and convenient.
3. Analytics and Performance Cookies
These help us count visits, see which pages and tools are used, and find technical problems. The information is usually aggregated and does not directly identify you.
4. Advertising Cookies
These are used by advertising partners to show ads, limit how often you see an ad, measure ad performance and, where you allow it, show more relevant ads based on your browsing activity.
Third-Party Services That May Set Cookies
| Service | Purpose | More Information |
|---|---|---|
| Google AdSense | Displays and measures advertising, and may personalise ads where permitted | Google’s partner sites policy |
| Google Analytics | Measures website traffic and tool usage | Google Privacy Policy |
| Cloudflare | Security, performance and protection against malicious traffic | Cloudflare Privacy Policy |
| Other third-party APIs | May support features such as AI processing, OCR or payments | See each provider’s own privacy policy |
The exact cookies used may change over time as we update or add features. These providers are responsible for their own cookies and have their own policies.
Google Advertising Cookies in Detail
Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads on our website. Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to ImagineTool and other sites on the internet. Where required by law, we ask for your consent before personalised ads are shown.
You can opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. You may also opt out of some third-party vendors’ use of cookies for personalised advertising at aboutads.info. Visitors in Europe can use youronlinechoices.eu. If you opt out, you will still see ads, but they may be less relevant to you.
Your Consent and Choices
Cookie Banner
If you visit from the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, Switzerland or another region that requires consent, you will see a cookie notice where you can accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your choice at any time using our cookie settings link, where available, or by clearing your cookies so that the notice appears again.
Browser Settings
Most browsers let you view, block or delete cookies. The steps differ by browser, so check the help pages of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge or the browser you use. Blocking all cookies may make parts of ImagineTool work less well.
Opt-Out Tools
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on
- Google ads: Google Ads Settings
- Browser signals: we honour recognised signals such as Global Privacy Control where the law requires it
Mobile Devices
On mobile devices you can limit ad tracking in your operating system settings, such as “Limit Ad Tracking” or “Ads Personalisation” options.
How Long Cookies Last
Cookie lifetimes depend on their purpose. Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies may last from a few days to up to about two years. Advertising and analytics providers set their own lifetimes, which they describe in their policies.
Cookies and Your Privacy Rights
Some cookies collect personal data, such as an online identifier or IP address. Where this happens, your rights under data protection laws, such as the right to access, delete, object or withdraw consent, apply. You can learn how to use them in our Privacy Policy, or by emailing support@imaginetool.site.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy when we change our technology, partners or legal obligations. Changes will be shown on this page with a new date, and where required we will ask for your consent again.
Contact Us
If you have questions about cookies or this policy, please contact us at support@imaginetool.site or use our Contact page. See also our Terms of Service and Disclaimer.