Cookie Policy
Last updated June 7, 2026
2. Categories of cookies we use
- Strictly necessary cookies — Required for the website to function properly (e.g., session management, consent state, security). These cookies are always active and do not require consent.
- Analytics cookies — Help us understand how visitors interact with the website so we can improve the experience. These are set only with your explicit consent.
- Marketing / retargeting cookies — Used to measure advertising campaigns and deliver relevant ads. These are set only with your explicit consent.
3. Your choices
On your first visit, our cookie banner allows you to accept all cookies or choose "essential only." You can change your preferences at any time by clicking "Cookie settings" in the footer of any page.
If you choose "essential only," we set only strictly necessary cookies and do not load any analytics or marketing scripts.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Note that blocking certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Service.
4. Cookies we set
| Name | Purpose | Duration | Category | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| gb_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 6 months | Strictly necessary | GeniusBooks |
| gb_session | Maintains your authenticated session | Session (browser close) | Strictly necessary | GeniusBooks |
| _ga, _ga_* | Distinguishes unique visitors for aggregate analytics | Up to 13 months | Analytics (consent required) | Google Analytics |
| _fbp | Identifies browsers for ad measurement | 90 days | Marketing (consent required) | Meta Pixel |
5. Similar technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as:
- Local storage — to store non-sensitive preferences in your browser.
- Pixel tags / web beacons — small transparent images in emails or pages that help us measure engagement.
6. Third-party cookies
Some cookies are placed by third parties (e.g., analytics and advertising providers). These third parties have their own privacy policies governing the use of cookies. We do not control these cookies.
We only load third-party scripts after you consent to the relevant cookie category.
7. Do Not Track
We honor "Do Not Track" (DNT) browser signals. If your browser sends a DNT signal, we do not set analytics or marketing cookies regardless of your consent banner choice.
8. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in cookies we use or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. The "Last updated" date at the top indicates when changes were last made.
9. Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us at privacy@geniusbooks.ai.