Cookie Policy
Understanding how zandriquetu tracks and manages information to improve your experience
When you visit zandriquetu.com, we use small data files — commonly called cookies — to make your browsing smoother and help us understand how people interact with our budget optimization tools. This isn't about being intrusive. It's about making sure the site works properly and that we can improve what we offer.
This policy explains what tracking methods we use, why we use them, and how you can control what happens with your data. We've tried to keep things straightforward because nobody wants to wade through pages of legal jargon.
What Are Cookies Anyway?
Cookies are tiny text files that get stored on your device when you visit websites. They remember things like your preferences, login status, and what you've clicked on. Without them, you'd have to re-enter information every single time you visited a page.
Some cookies last just for your browsing session and disappear when you close your browser. Others stick around for weeks or months so the site can recognize you when you come back. They're not programs and can't harm your computer — they're just data.
Types of Tracking We Use
How Tracking Improves Your Experience
Here's what actually happens with the data we collect. When someone visits our budget optimization resources, analytics cookies show us which tools get used most often. If we notice that people consistently leave a particular calculator halfway through, that tells us something might be confusing or broken.
Practical Examples
- If you're comparing different budgeting approaches, functional cookies remember which ones you've looked at so you don't lose track
- Analytics data revealed that mobile users struggled with our expense tracker, so we redesigned it in early 2025
- Marketing cookies help us avoid showing you the same introductory content repeatedly if you're already familiar with our services
- Session cookies keep you logged into your account dashboard without requiring constant re-authentication
The goal isn't to collect data for its own sake. We're looking for ways to make zandriquetu.com more useful for people trying to manage their finances better.
Data Retention and Control
Different cookies have different lifespans based on what they do. Session cookies disappear as soon as you close your browser. Preference cookies might last six months so we remember your settings. Analytics cookies typically expire after two years.
Managing Through Your Browser
Every major browser lets you control cookies directly. You can block them entirely, delete existing ones, or set rules for specific sites. Keep in mind that blocking all cookies will limit functionality on most websites, not just ours.
Chrome users can find cookie controls under Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies. Firefox puts them under Options > Privacy & Security. Safari users should check Preferences > Privacy. Edge has similar options under Settings > Privacy, Search, and Services.
Important: Clearing your cookies means you'll lose saved preferences and might need to log back into accounts. If you're troubleshooting site issues, though, clearing cookies is often a good first step.
Third-Party Tracking
Some cookies on zandriquetu.com come from external services we use — things like analytics platforms or payment processors. These third parties have their own privacy policies that govern how they handle data. We only work with services that meet reasonable privacy standards, but you should know that information does get shared beyond our site.
For instance, if you watch an embedded video tutorial on our site, the video platform might set its own cookies. If you use our contact form, the spam protection service we employ will track that interaction. These are trade-offs we've made to provide better functionality while trying to minimize privacy intrusions.
Changes to This Policy
We update this policy when our tracking practices change or when regulations require it. The current version was last revised in March 2025. If we make significant changes, we'll post a notice on the site rather than expecting everyone to regularly check this page.
You can always find the latest version at zandriquetu.com/cookie-data.html. For questions about specific tracking practices or data handling, the contact information below will get you answers faster than generic privacy inquiries.