Cookie Policy
Effective Date: May 15, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Black Nerd Problems (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on https://blacknerdproblems.com (the “Services”). It should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function, remember your preferences, and understand how the site is used. We also use similar technologies such as pixels, web beacons, tags, local storage, and software development kits (SDKs), which we refer to collectively as “cookies” in this Policy.
Cookies may be:
- First-party (set by us) or third-party (set by partners and embedded services)
- Session (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent (remain for a set period)
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These are required for the Services to function, such as security, network management, accessibility, and remembering your cookie choices. You cannot opt out of these through our consent tool because the site will not work properly without them.
2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These help us understand how visitors use the Services so we can improve content and performance. For example, we use analytics tools such as [e.g., Google Analytics] to measure page views, traffic sources, and engagement.
2.3 Functional Cookies
These remember your preferences and choices (such as language, region, or display settings) to give you a more personalized experience.
2.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies
These are used by us and our advertising and affiliate partners to deliver and measure ads, including ads relevant to your interests, and to track affiliate referrals. They may build a profile of your interests across sites.
3. Specific Cookies and Technologies
The table below is an example. You should run a cookie audit (using a scanner such as those listed in your consent management platform) and replace this with your actual cookies before publishing.
| Cookie / Technology | Provider | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [e.g., _ga] | [Google Analytics] | Analytics | Distinguishes users | [2 years] |
| [e.g., _gid] | [Google Analytics] | Analytics | Distinguishes users | [24 hours] |
| [consent cookie] | [BNP / CMP] | Necessary | Stores your cookie choices | [6–12 months] |
| [ad partner cookie] | [Ad/Affiliate Network] | Advertising | Ad delivery and measurement | [varies] |
| [YouTube / Spotify / X / TikTok] | Functional/Advertising | Embedded media playback and tracking | [varies] |
[PLACEHOLDER: Replace with results of an actual cookie scan. LEGAL/TECHNICAL REVIEW RECOMMENDED.]
4. Third-Party Cookies and Embeds
Some cookies are set by third parties, including:
- Analytics providers (for example, Google Analytics)
- Advertising and affiliate networks
- Embedded content platforms such as YouTube, Spotify, X (Twitter), and TikTok, which may set cookies when their content loads or when you interact with it
- Social sharing tools
We do not control these third-party cookies. Please review the relevant third party’s privacy and cookie policies for details and opt-out options.
5. Your Choices and How to Manage Cookies
5.1 Consent Banner
When you first visit the Services (and where required by law), we present a cookie consent banner that lets you accept, reject, or customize non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time via the Cookie Settings / Manage Preferences link in our footer.
5.2 Browser Controls
Most browsers let you block or delete cookies through their settings. Blocking some cookies may affect how the Services work. For guidance, check your browser’s help section.
5.3 Advertising Opt-Outs
You can opt out of interest-based advertising from many companies through industry tools such as the Digital Advertising Alliance (optout.aboutads.info) and the Network Advertising Initiative (optout.networkadvertising.org). For EEA/UK users, see youronlinechoices.eu.
5.4 Analytics Opt-Out
You can opt out of certain analytics tracking, for example using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
5.5 Global Privacy Control (GPC) and “Do Not Sell or Share”
We honor recognized opt-out preference signals such as Global Privacy Control where required by law. California residents can also use the Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information link in our footer.
6. Do Not Track
Some browsers send “Do Not Track” signals. Because there is no consistent industry standard for responding to them, we currently respond to opt-out signals as described in Section 5 rather than to generic Do Not Track signals, except where required by law.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will revise the “Last Updated” date when we do. Material changes may be accompanied by additional notice.
8. Contact Us
Questions about this Cookie Policy? Contact us at:
Black Nerd Problems Email: info@blacknerdproblems.com