Cookie Policy
How we use cookies and tracking technologies
Last Updated: January 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how CarryOnSize Checker uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off:
- Session Cookies: Keep you logged in and maintain your session
- Security Cookies: Protect against fraud and enhance security
- Load Balancing Cookies: Ensure optimal website performance
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:
- Google Analytics: Tracks page views, user behavior, and site performance
- Usage Statistics: Helps us improve our baggage calculator features
- Error Tracking: Identifies and helps us fix technical issues
Functionality Cookies
These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences:
- Language Preferences: Remember your preferred language
- Unit Preferences: Remember if you prefer inches/cm or kg/lbs
- Airline Preferences: Remember frequently used airlines
Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements:
- Google AdSense: Displays relevant ads based on your interests
- Personalization: Helps show ads that may interest you
- Ad Performance: Measures the effectiveness of advertisements
3. Third-Party Cookies
We use several third-party services that may place cookies on your device:
Google Services
- Google Analytics: Website traffic analysis
- Google AdSense: Advertising platform
- Google Fonts: Web fonts for better typography
Learn more: Google Privacy Policy
4. How Long Do Cookies Last?
Cookies have different lifespans:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (usually 1-2 years)
- Third-Party Cookies: Controlled by the respective third-party service
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Edge: Settings > Privacy > Cookies
Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of specific tracking:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
- Google Ads: Google Ad Settings
- Network Advertising: NAI Opt-out
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling cookies may affect your experience:
- Some website features may not work properly
- Your preferences won't be remembered
- You may see less relevant advertisements
- Website performance may be slower
7. Mobile Devices
On mobile devices, we may use similar technologies like local storage, device identifiers, and mobile advertising IDs. You can control these through your device settings or app preferences.
8. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
We use cookies based on the following legal grounds:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for providing our services
- Performance Cookies: Legitimate interest in improving our website
- Functionality Cookies: Your implied consent through continued use
- Advertising Cookies: Your explicit consent when available
9. Cookie Consent
By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or contacting us.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Please check this page regularly for updates.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: cookies@carryonsize.com
- Contact Form: Contact Us
- Privacy Officer: privacy@carryonsize.com
Your Privacy Matters
We are committed to transparency about our data practices. If you have concerns about cookies or privacy, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to help you understand how we protect your information.