Cookie Policy

Last updated: 2026-06-15 · Applies to zenbrox.com

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, which cookies Zenbrox uses, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. By using zenbrox.com, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide analytical information to website owners.

Cookies contain a name and a value, and may also contain:

  • An expiry date — after which the cookie is automatically deleted;
  • A domain — which websites the cookie applies to;
  • A path — which pages on that domain the cookie applies to;
  • Security flags — such as whether the cookie is accessible only over HTTPS.

Session vs Persistent Cookies

Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They keep you logged in as you navigate the site.

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period (or until you manually delete them). They remember your preferences across visits.

First-Party vs Third-Party Cookies

First-party cookies are set by Zenbrox directly. They are used for essential site functions and remembering your preferences.

Third-party cookies are set by external services we use — such as Google Analytics and Google AdSense. These providers may use cookies to track your activity across multiple websites.

2. Cookies We Use

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function. They cannot be switched off and do not require your consent. Without them, the site cannot operate correctly.

Cookie NameProviderPurposeDuration
zenbrox_authZenbroxAuthentication JWT token — keeps you logged in to your accountSession / 7 days (remember me)
zenbrox_cookie_consentZenbroxStores your cookie consent choice so the banner is not shown on every visit1 year
zenbrox_themeZenbroxRemembers your light/dark mode preference1 year

2.2 Analytics Cookies (Optional — Requires Consent)

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve the content, features, and performance of the Service. Analytics cookies are only placed after you have provided consent via the cookie banner.

Cookie NameProviderPurposeDuration
_gaGoogle AnalyticsDistinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number as a client identifier2 years
_ga_*Google AnalyticsUsed to maintain session state for Google Analytics 42 years
_gidGoogle AnalyticsDistinguishes users — used to throttle request rate24 hours
_gatGoogle AnalyticsThrottles the request rate to Google Analytics servers1 minute

All data collected by Google Analytics is anonymised before transmission — IP addresses are truncated. We do not pass any personally identifiable information to Google Analytics. You can read more about how Google uses this data at policies.google.com/privacy.

2.3 Advertising Cookies (Optional — Requires Consent)

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. AdSense may set cookies to deliver ads that are relevant to you based on your interests and prior browsing activity. Advertising cookies are only placed after you have provided explicit consent (for EEA, UK, and Switzerland users).

Cookie NameProviderPurposeDuration
__gadsGoogle AdSenseRegisters a unique ID to help Google AdSense show relevant advertisements1 year
__gpiGoogle AdSenseRegisters user information for targeting purposes1 year
IDEGoogle DoubleClickUsed by Google to measure ad conversions and optimise ad delivery1 year
NIDGoogleRegisters a unique ID to remember your preferences and other information6 months

Google and its advertising partners use these cookies to build a profile of your interests and show relevant ads across different websites. You can opt out of personalised advertising at any time at Google Ads Settings.

2.4 Functional / Preference Cookies (Optional)

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They are set by Zenbrox or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.

Cookie NameProviderPurposeDuration
zenbrox_guest_sessionsZenbrox (localStorage)Stores up to 20 recent focus sessions for guest users (not logged in)Persistent (browser storage)
zenbrox_musicZenbrox (localStorage)Remembers your music player preferencesPersistent (browser storage)

Note: some of the above are stored in localStorage rather than cookies — they work the same way for preference storage but are only readable by our site, not transmitted with HTTP requests.

3. Your Current Cookie Preference

Your current consent status: not yet set

You can change your cookie preferences at any time. Clicking the button below will clear your current preference and show the cookie banner again on your next page load.

4. How to Manage Cookies in Your Browser

In addition to using the banner above, you can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that restricting cookies may affect the functionality of our website — in particular, essential cookies are required for login and navigation to work correctly.

Browser-Specific Instructions

  • Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
  • Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
  • Opera: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies

Most browsers also allow you to configure Do Not Track (DNT) headers. Where DNT is enabled, we will treat this as a withdrawal of consent for analytics and advertising cookies.

5. Opting Out of Third-Party Advertising

In addition to browser settings and the consent banner, you can opt out of interest-based advertising from third parties via:

  • Google Ads Settings:adssettings.google.com
  • Your Online Choices (EU):youronlinechoices.eu
  • Digital Advertising Alliance (US):optout.aboutads.info
  • Network Advertising Initiative:optout.networkadvertising.org

Opting out of personalised advertising does not remove ads — it means you will see generic advertisements that are not targeted based on your profile.

6. Consent for EEA, UK, and Switzerland Users

Under the ePrivacy Directive (implemented into national law across the EU), the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), and applicable Swiss law, we are required to obtain your prior consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.

When you first visit zenbrox.com from a browser based in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:

  • Accept all cookies — including analytics and advertising cookies;
  • Accept only essential cookies — rejecting analytics and advertising cookies.

Under Google's EU User Consent Policy and the IAB Transparency and Consent Framework (TCF), Zenbrox must obtain and communicate your consent to Google before serving personalised ads. If you do not consent, only contextual (non-personalised) ads may be shown.

7. Local Storage and Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we use browser localStorage to store certain preferences on your device. Unlike cookies, localStorage data is not transmitted with HTTP requests and is only accessible by JavaScript running on our domain. We use localStorage to store:

  • Guest user session history (for users not logged in);
  • Theme preference;
  • Music player settings.

You can clear localStorage through your browser's developer tools (F12 → Application → Local Storage → zenbrox.com → Clear) or by clearing your browser's site data.

8. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Material changes will be communicated via the website and, where appropriate, via the cookie banner. We recommend reviewing this page periodically.

Last updated: 2026-06-15.

9. Contact

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us via our Contact page. For GDPR-related questions, see our GDPR Information page.