COOKIE POLICY

Last Updated: 31 October 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Bit Wise Reviews (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit https://bitwisereviews.com (“Website”).
By continuing to browse this Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described below.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website.
They help websites function efficiently, analyze performance, and personalize your experience.

Cookies do not grant us access to your device or personal files.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to improve functionality, performance, and user experience on our Website.
Below are the main ways cookies are used:

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 First-Party Cookies

These are set directly by Bit Wise Reviews to enable essential site functions such as session management and comment form retention.

3.2 Third-Party Cookies

Certain third-party services (e.g., analytics, social media embeds, or ad networks) may place cookies on your browser to collect anonymous information.
We do not control these cookies, but we ensure all third-party tools comply with applicable privacy and data protection laws.

Common third-party services we may use:

Google Analytics – to understand website traffic and improve performance
Google AdSense (future) – to display relevant ads and measure ad effectiveness
YouTube or Embedded Media – to display videos or widgets

4. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to understand how users interact with our Website.
Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as:

Pages visited and time spent
Device, browser type, and operating system
Approximate geographic location (city-level only)

This data is anonymous and used only for website improvement.
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the browser add-on:
👉 https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

5. Google AdSense (Future Integration)

We may use Google AdSense to display ads.

“Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on prior visits to this or other websites.” — Google AdSense Policy

These cookies, known as DoubleClick (DART) cookies, may be used to serve ads based on your interests.
Users can manage ad personalization or opt out of personalized ads through:
👉 Google Ads Settings
👉 AboutAds.info Choices

When AdSense is activated, this Cookie Policy and our Privacy Policy will be updated to reflect active ad cookies.

6. Managing Cookies and Consent

You have full control over cookies through your browser settings. You can:

Accept or reject all cookies
Delete existing cookies
Set notifications before a cookie is stored

To manage or disable cookies, follow the instructions for your browser:

Google Chrome
Mozilla Firefox
Microsoft Edge
Safari

If you disable cookies, some features of the Website may not function properly.

7. Data Collected Through Cookies

Cookies may collect limited technical information, including:

IP address (anonymized)
Device type and browser version
Pages visited and time spent
Referring URLs

We do not collect sensitive personal data through cookies, and no information collected can directly identify you.

8. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

Under GDPR, our use of cookies falls under:

Legitimate Interest – for essential cookies required for site functionality
Consent – for non-essential cookies (analytics, advertising, or personalization)

You will be notified about cookie usage through a cookie banner when you first visit the Website.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect new tools, legal requirements, or AdSense integration.
The latest version will always be available at /cookie-policy with a “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please Contact Us at:
📧 Email: info@bitwisereviews.com
🌐 Website: https://bitwisereviews.com