Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 2026
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and deliver a better experience. This page explains what cookies Quant Decoded uses and why.
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as page navigation, language preferences, and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| locale | Stores your preferred language | 1 year |
| cookie_consent | Records your cookie consent preference | 1 year |
| theme | Stores your dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect information about page views, navigation paths, and engagement — all in aggregate form. No personally identifiable information is collected.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique visitors (Google Analytics) | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state (Google Analytics 4) | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes visitors within a 24-hour window | 24 hours |
Advertising Cookies
This website uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this site or other websites. The DART cookie is used by Google to serve interest-based ads.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| DART | Used by Google to serve interest-based ads | Session / 30 days |
| __gads | Ad serving and measurement (Google AdSense) | 13 months |
| __gpi | Ad personalization (Google Publisher) | 13 months |
You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. You can also visit aboutads.info to opt out of third-party advertising cookies.
Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these options in your browser's "Privacy" or "Settings" menu. You can:
- View and delete existing cookies
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
- Configure your browser to notify you when a cookie is set
Please note that blocking certain cookies may affect the functionality of this website.
Third-Party Services
Quant Decoded uses the following third-party services that may set cookies:
- Google Analytics — website analytics
- Google AdSense — display advertising
- Vercel — hosting and performance analytics
Questions
If you have questions about our cookie practices, please see our Privacy Policy or contact us.