This Cookie Policy explains how ToolNest utilizes cookies, local storage mechanisms, and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website.
1. What Are Cookies and Local Storage?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device by websites you visit. In addition to HTTP cookies, modern web applications utilize localStorage—a secure client-side storage space within your browser—to remember your preferences locally without transmitting data back and forth to a web server.
2. Categories of Storage We Use
A. Strictly Necessary & Functional (Local Storage)
These storage keys are essential to provide core features you have requested. They do not track your personal identity across the internet:
toolnest_theme: Saves your preferred visual theme (dark or light mode).toolnest_cookie_consent: Records your consent choice (accepted or rejected) to avoid displaying the banner repeatedly.resume_builder_data: Stores your in-progress resume entries locally so you do not lose draft work between sessions.url_shortener_history: Retains your recent shortened links locally on your own computer.
B. Advertising & Targeting Cookies (Google AdSense)
We partner with Google AdSense to serve relevant advertisements. Google and its third-party advertising partners use cookies (such as DoubleClick) to:
- Deliver advertisements relevant to your interests based on previous browsing history.
- Prevent the same ad from repetitively showing to the same user.
- Measure the effectiveness and impressions of advertising campaigns.
3. How You Can Manage or Disable Cookies
You have full control over your cookie choices:
- Consent Banner: You can select "Reject Non-Essential" on our consent banner to instruct our platform to only request non-personalized ads.
- Browser Controls: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies via settings. (Consult your browser's Help menu for instructions).
- Google Ad Settings: You can manage or disable personalized advertising across Google by visiting Google Ads Settings.