Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device to remember things about your visit. This Cookie Policy explains which cookies MicroNirala uses, why, and how you can control them.
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we handle personal data more broadly.
1. Short Version
- MicroNirala itself does not set any first-party tracking cookies.
- The cookies on this site come from three third-party services: Google Analytics, Google AdSense, and Google reCAPTCHA.
- You can block or delete all cookies at any time through your browser settings.
- Blocking cookies will not break most of the site — but the contact form may not work without reCAPTCHA cookies.
2. Cookies We Use (Third-Party Only)
| Service | Purpose | Type | Set by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Measures site traffic — which pages are viewed, how long visitors stay, how they arrived. All data is aggregated and anonymous. | Analytics | |
| Google AdSense | Serves ads on the site and measures their performance. May use cookies to show more relevant ads based on your browsing. | Advertising | |
| Google reCAPTCHA | Protects the Contact form from spam and automated abuse by verifying you're a real human. | Security |
3. What These Cookies Do NOT Do
- They do not collect your name, email, phone number, or any contact information.
- They do not read any files on your device.
- They do not track your activity on other apps on your phone.
- They do not share data with advertisers beyond the Google ecosystem described above.
4. How Long Cookies Last
Cookie lifetimes vary by service:
- Google Analytics: mostly up to 2 years for the main _ga cookie, though some expire in 24 hours.
- Google AdSense: typically up to 13 months.
- reCAPTCHA: usually up to 6 months, but it depends on the challenge type.
5. How to Control or Block Cookies
You can block or delete cookies in your browser at any time. Every major browser has a setting for this:
- 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 → Cookies and site data
- On mobile: most browsers have the same option under Settings → Privacy
6. Opt Out of Specific Services
Rather than blocking all cookies, you can opt out of individual services:
- Google Analytics Opt-Out Add-on: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Google Ads Settings (personalised ads): adssettings.google.com
- AboutAds.info (US): aboutads.info
- Your Online Choices (EU): youronlinechoices.com
7. Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" signal. There is currently no universal standard for how websites should respond, and our third-party services (Google) do not honor DNT as a signal. The most reliable way to prevent tracking is to use the opt-out tools listed above.
8. Contact Form and reCAPTCHA
If you want to send us a message through our Contact page, the form is protected by Google reCAPTCHA. If you have disabled all cookies and scripts, the reCAPTCHA may not verify, and the form may reject your message. If that happens, you can always email us directly at contact@micronirala.com.
9. Updates to This Policy
If we add or remove a cookie-setting service, we will update this page and change the "Last updated" date at the top. We won't quietly add new trackers without telling you.
10. Contact
Questions about cookies or how we handle data? Reach us at:
- Email: contact@micronirala.com
- Contact form: micronirala.com/contact