Cookie Policy | TradingHub.trade
Effective Date: April 12, 2026
Last Updated: April 12, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on TradingHub.trade (the “Website,” “Platform,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), and how you can control them. This policy is part of our broader Privacy Policy and should be read together with it.
By continuing to use our website, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy, except where you have configured your browser to reject cookies or have explicitly declined non-essential cookies via our cookie consent banner.
Table of Contents
- What Are Cookies?
- Why Do We Use Cookies?
- Types of Cookies We Use
- Specific Cookies Used on TradingHub.trade
- Third-Party Cookies (Google AdSense & Analytics)
- How Long Do Cookies Last?
- Cookie Consent and Control
- How to Manage or Delete Cookies (Browser Instructions)
- Google AdSense and Advertising Cookies
- Do Not Track Signals
- Updates to This Cookie Policy
- Contact Us
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, tablet, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to website owners.
Cookies do NOT:
- Contain viruses or malware
- Access other files on your device
- Collect sensitive personal information (like credit card numbers or passwords) unless you provide it
Cookies DO:
- Help websites remember your actions and preferences over time
- Provide anonymous analytics about how visitors use a website
- Enable advertising networks to show relevant ads
Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use:
- Local Storage: HTML5 storage for larger amounts of data
- Session Storage: Temporary storage that is cleared when you close your browser
- Pixel Tags (Web Beacons): Tiny transparent images that help us understand user behavior
- JavaScript: Code that enables advanced functionality
For simplicity, we refer to all these technologies as “cookies” in this policy.
2. Why Do We Use Cookies?
We use cookies for the following purposes:
| Purpose | Description |
|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | To enable basic website functions (navigation, security, access to protected areas). The website cannot operate properly without these. |
| Performance & Analytics | To understand how visitors use our website, which pages are popular, and how to improve user experience. |
| Functionality | To remember your preferences (such as language or region) so you don’t have to set them each time. |
| Advertising | To display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense and measure the effectiveness of ad campaigns. |
| Security | To detect and prevent fraudulent activity, spam, and abuse. |
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Based on their function and duration, we use the following categories of cookies:
A. By Function
| Cookie Category | Description | Do I Need to Consent? |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary Cookies | Essential for website operation. Cannot be turned off. | No (exempt from consent) |
| Performance Cookies | Collect anonymous data about how visitors use the site. | Yes (consent required) |
| Functional Cookies | Remember your preferences and settings. | Yes (consent required) |
| Targeting/Advertising Cookies | Used by Google AdSense to show relevant ads. | Yes (consent required for EEA users) |
B. By Duration
| Cookie Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. Used for short-term functions like keeping you logged in during a visit. |
| Persistent Cookies | Remain on your device for a set period (days, months, or years) or until you delete them. Used to remember preferences across visits. |
4. Specific Cookies Used on TradingHub.trade
Here is a detailed list of the specific cookies we may place on your device:
Strictly Necessary Cookies (No Consent Required)
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
PHPSESSID (or similar session ID) | Maintains your session while navigating the website. | Session |
csrf_token | Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks (security). | Session |
cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie consent choice so we don’t ask again. | 12 months |
load_balancer_affinity | Ensures your requests go to the same server (technical performance). | Session |
Performance & Analytics Cookies (Consent Required)
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
_ga (Google Analytics) | Distinguishes unique users (Google Analytics). | 24 months |
_ga_<container-id> (Google Analytics) | Persists session state (Google Analytics 4). | 24 months |
_gid (Google Analytics) | Distinguishes users (24-hour expiry). | 24 hours |
_gat (Google Analytics) | Throttles request rate (reduces data collection on high-traffic sites). | 1 minute |
Functional Cookies (Consent Required)
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
language_preference | Remembers your selected language (if multilingual). | 12 months |
region_preference | Remembers your country or region preference. | 12 months |
view_preference | Remembers list vs. grid view preference for directory pages. | 6 months |
Advertising Cookies (Consent Required for EEA)
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
_gcl_au (Google AdSense) | Used by Google AdSense to experiment with ad efficiency. | 3 months | |
NID | Remembers your preferences for Google services. | 6 months | |
ANID | Used for personalized advertising (if enabled). | 13 months | |
IDE (DoubleClick) | Used for retargeting and interest-based ads. | 13 months | Google/DoubleClick |
Note: The exact cookie names may vary slightly as Google updates its systems. For the most current list, please refer to Google’s Cookie Documentation.
5. Third-Party Cookies (Google AdSense & Analytics)
We allow trusted third-party services to place cookies on your device. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies.
Google AdSense (Advertising)
Google AdSense uses cookies to serve advertisements relevant to your interests based on your browsing history. These cookies:
- Limit the number of times you see a particular ad
- Measure the effectiveness of ad campaigns
- Recognize your device across different websites
Google’s Advertising Cookies:
Google uses cookies like NID, ANID, and IDE to enable interest-based advertising.
Learn More:
Google Analytics (Performance)
Google Analytics helps us understand how visitors interact with TradingHub.trade. Google Analytics cookies:
- Collect anonymous information about page views, time on site, and click paths
- Provide aggregated reports without identifying individual users
- Help us improve website content and structure
Google Analytics Opt-out:
You can prevent your data from being used by Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
YouTube and Vimeo (Embedded Videos)
Our website may embed videos from YouTube and Vimeo. When you play an embedded video, these services may place cookies on your device for:
- Video playback functionality
- Analytics (views, watch time)
- Advertising (on YouTube videos)
We do not control these cookies. Please review:
6. How Long Do Cookies Last?
The lifespan of a cookie depends on its type:
| Cookie Type | Typical Lifespan |
|---|---|
| Session cookies | Deleted when you close your browser |
| Persistent (short-term) | 24 hours to 30 days |
| Persistent (medium-term) | 6 to 12 months |
| Persistent (long-term) | 24 months (Google Analytics) to 13 months (Google AdSense) |
After a cookie expires, it is automatically deleted from your device. A new cookie may be placed the next time you visit our website.
7. Cookie Consent and Control
We respect your right to control how cookies are used on your device.
Our Cookie Consent Mechanism
When you first visit TradingHub.trade, you will see a cookie consent banner that:
- Informs you that we use cookies
- Explains the types of cookies we use
- Provides options to:
- Accept All Cookies (consent to all categories)
- Reject Non-Essential Cookies (only strictly necessary cookies will be used)
- Customize Preferences (choose which categories to accept)
Your preference is stored for 12 months using the cookie_consent cookie. After this period, you will be asked again.
For EEA and UK Users (GDPR Compliance)
If you are located in the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom:
- We will NOT place non-essential cookies (analytics, functional, advertising) without your explicit consent.
- Our cookie banner will be displayed prominently until you make a choice.
- You can change your consent preferences at any time using the “Cookie Settings” link in our website footer.
For California Users (CCPA Compliance)
Under the CCPA, you have the right to opt out of the “sale” of your personal information. While we do not sell personal information, interest-based advertising may be considered a “sale” under some interpretations. You can:
- Use the Google Ads Settings link in Section 9 below
- Enable Global Privacy Control (GPC) if supported by your browser
8. How to Manage or Delete Cookies (Browser Instructions)
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- See what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete all cookies or specific cookies
- Block cookies from all websites or specific websites
- Block third-party cookies only
- Enable “Private Browsing” (which deletes cookies after you close the browser)
Instructions for Popular Browsers
Click the links below for official instructions:
| Browser | Instructions |
|---|---|
| Google Chrome | Clear, enable, and manage cookies in Chrome |
| Mozilla Firefox | Clear cookies and site data in Firefox |
| Apple Safari | Manage cookies and website data in Safari |
| Microsoft Edge | Delete cookies in Microsoft Edge |
| Opera | Manage cookies in Opera |
| Brave | Cookie settings in Brave |
Mobile Browsers
| Browser | Instructions |
|---|---|
| Safari (iOS) | Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies |
| Chrome (Android) | Settings → Site settings → Cookies |
| Samsung Internet | Settings → Privacy and security → Accept cookies |
What Happens If You Disable Cookies?
- Disable all cookies: Our website will still function (basic navigation), but you may lose preferences and some features may not work optimally.
- Disable third-party cookies: You will still see ads, but they may be less relevant to your interests.
- Delete existing cookies: You will be shown the cookie consent banner again on your next visit.
9. Google AdSense and Advertising Cookies – Your Choices
Google AdSense uses cookies to show you interest-based ads. You have several options to control advertising cookies:
Option 1: Google Ads Settings
Visit https://adssettings.google.com to:
- Opt out of personalized advertising across all websites that use Google’s ad services
- See how Google has categorized your interests
- Turn off ad personalization entirely
Option 2: Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)
The NAI offers a single opt-out tool for multiple ad networks:
https://www.networkadvertising.org/managing/opt_out.asp
Option 3: Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA)
US users can opt out via the DAA WebChoices tool:
https://optout.aboutads.info
Option 4: YourOnlineChoices (EU/EEA/UK)
European users can opt out via the European Digital Advertising Alliance:
https://www.youronlinechoices.com
Option 5: Browser Settings
As described in Section 8, you can block third-party cookies entirely through your browser settings.
Important: Opting out of personalized advertising does NOT mean you will see fewer ads. It means the ads you see will be less relevant (e.g., generic instead of interest-based).
10. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that signals a user’s preference not to be tracked across websites.
Our Response: TradingHub.trade does not currently respond to DNT signals because there is no consistent industry standard for how to interpret DNT. However, we provide multiple other ways to control cookies and tracking, as described above.
We will continue to monitor DNT developments and may update this policy when a standard is established.
11. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes in the cookies we use
- Changes in third-party services (Google AdSense, Google Analytics)
- New legal or regulatory requirements
Notification of Changes:
- Minor updates: Updated “Last Updated” date at the top of this page
- Material changes: We will notify you via a banner on our website or email (if you have an account)
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically. Your continued use of TradingHub.trade after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, our use of cookies, or how to control them, please contact us:
TradingHub.trade
Email: contact@tradinghub.trade
Through Website: Use the Contact page on TradingHub.trade
Subject Line: Cookie Policy Inquiry
Summary Table – Quick Reference
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Does TradingHub.trade use cookies? | Yes |
| Can I disable cookies? | Yes, through browser settings or our cookie banner |
| Do I need to accept cookies to use the site? | No, but some features may be limited |
| Does Google AdSense use cookies? | Yes |
| Can I opt out of personalized ads? | Yes – visit adssettings.google.com |
| How long do you keep my cookie consent choice? | 12 months |
| Do you use third-party cookies? | Yes (Google Analytics, Google AdSense, YouTube, Vimeo) |
| Where can I get more information? | Contact: contact@tradinghub.trade |