This Cookie Policy explains how All Software Deals (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit allsoftwaredeals.com (the “Site”). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work correctly, to improve efficiency, and to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies do not contain personally identifiable information on their own, but they can be used in combination with other data to identify you.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
| Category | Purpose | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Required for the site to function. These cannot be disabled. | WordPress session cookies, security tokens |
| Analytical / Performance | Help us understand how visitors interact with the site — which pages are most popular, how long people stay, error reports. | Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat) |
| Functional | Remember your preferences and choices to provide a more personalised experience. | Language preferences, font size settings |
| Advertising / Targeting | Used to serve relevant ads and track the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. Set by our advertising partners. | Google AdSense, DoubleClick cookies |
| Affiliate Tracking | Track clicks on affiliate links to attribute commissions correctly. | Affiliate network cookies (ShareASale, CJ, Impact) |
3. Cookies Set by Third Parties
Some cookies on our Site are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. The main third parties that may set cookies on our Site include:
- Google Analytics — website usage analytics. Google Privacy Policy
- Google AdSense — advertising. Google Ads Policy
- Affiliate Networks (ShareASale, Commission Junction, Impact) — affiliate link tracking
- Social Media Platforms (Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram) — social sharing buttons may set cookies when loaded
4. How Long Do Cookies Last?
Cookies can be either session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them). Google Analytics cookies, for example, persist for up to 2 years. Affiliate tracking cookies typically last between 30 and 90 days depending on the network.
5. How to Control Cookies
You have several options for controlling cookies:
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. Visit your browser’s help section for instructions:
- Google Analytics opt-out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- Google Ad personalisation: Manage preferences at Google Ad Settings.
- Industry opt-outs: Visit YourAdChoices or NAI Opt-Out to opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Site.
6. Do Not Track
Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your browsing tracked. Our Site does not currently respond to DNT signals, as there is no uniform standard for doing so. We will update this policy if a standard is established.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us via our Contact page.
This Cookie Policy applies to all pages of allsoftwaredeals.com.