Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 7, 2026
Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device. They help us keep you signed in, remember your preferences, and understand how people use our site. This page explains every cookie we use, who sets it, and how long it lasts — so you can make an informed choice.
Cookies we use
Essential cookies
These cookies are required for the site to function. Without them, features like logging in and secure payments would not work. They cannot be disabled.
| Name | What it does | Lifetime |
|---|---|---|
session_token | Keeps you signed in while you use the platform. | Browser session |
csrf_token | Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks on forms. | Browser session |
cookie_consent | Remembers the cookie preferences you chose on the banner. | 1 year |
Analytics cookies
These cookies help us understand traffic patterns and improve the site. All data is aggregated — we cannot identify you personally from analytics alone.
| Name | What it does | Lifetime |
|---|---|---|
_ga | Distinguishes unique visitors for Google Analytics. | 2 years |
_gid | Distinguishes unique visitors within a 24-hour window. | 24 hours |
Marketing cookies
These cookies are used by Google Ads to deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign performance. They are only set when you consent to marketing cookies.
| Name | What it does | Lifetime |
|---|---|---|
_gcl_au | Stores a unique identifier used by Google Ads to attribute conversions to ad clicks. | 90 days |
_gcl_aw | Records Google Ads click information for conversion tracking. | 90 days |
_gac_gb_* | Stores campaign-related information for Google Ads. | 90 days |
Preference cookies
These cookies let us remember choices you make, such as your colour scheme, so you don't have to set them again on every visit.
| Name | What it does | Lifetime |
|---|---|---|
theme | Stores your preferred light or dark mode setting. | 1 year |
Third-party cookies
A small number of cookies are set by services we rely on. We carefully vet every third party, but their cookies are governed by their own privacy policies:
- Stripe— sets cookies during payment flows to prevent fraud. These are classified as essential.
- Google Analytics— sets the analytics cookies listed above. You can opt out by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on.
- Google Ads— sets the marketing cookies listed above to measure ad conversions and deliver relevant advertisements. These are only active when you consent to marketing cookies.
How to manage your cookies
You have full control over which cookies you accept:
- Consent banner— when you first visit our site, you can accept or reject non-essential cookie categories. You can change your choice at any time by clearing your cookies and revisiting the site.
- Browser settings— every major browser lets you block or delete cookies. Keep in mind that blocking essential cookies may prevent parts of the site from working correctly.
Updates
We review this policy whenever we add or remove a cookie. Changes are reflected by the date at the top of this page.
Questions?
If anything is unclear, reach out at contact@theboldfolio.com. For broader information about how we handle personal data, see our Privacy Policy.