Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your experience.
How We Use Cookies
WhyTheHighBill.com uses minimal cookies to provide essential functionality:
Essential Cookies
Purpose: Required for the Service to function properly
- Session management
- Authentication
- Security tokens
- CSRF protection
Duration: Session or up to 2 weeks for "Remember Me"
Functional Cookies
Purpose: Enhance your experience
- Language preferences
- Display preferences
- Recently viewed items
Duration: Up to 1 year
Analytics Cookies
Purpose: Help us understand usage patterns
- Page views (anonymized)
- Feature usage
- Performance metrics
We use Fathom Analytics - a privacy-focused solution that doesn't collect personal data
Third-Party Cookies
We minimize third-party cookies. Current third parties:
- Google reCAPTCHA - For spam prevention (only on forms)
Managing Cookies
Browser Controls
You can control cookies through your browser:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies
Opting Out
- Essential Cookies: Cannot be disabled (required for Service)
- Analytics: Can be blocked without affecting functionality
- Third-Party: Can be blocked via browser settings
Cookie Details
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | |------------|------|---------|----------| | session | Essential | User session | Session | | csrf_token | Essential | Security | Session | | remember_token | Essential | Remember login | 2 weeks | | preferences | Functional | User preferences | 1 year | | _fathom | Analytics | Anonymous analytics | 1 hour |
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy. Check the "Last Updated" date for the latest version.
Contact Us
Questions about our use of cookies?
Email: privacy@whythehighbill.com