Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 15, 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners. Cookies help enhance your browsing experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use the site.
How We Use Cookies
MergeImages.net uses cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security and accessibility.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains user session | Session |
| csrf_token | Security token | Session |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
Preference Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme_preference | Stores theme preference | 1 year |
| cookie_consent | Stores cookie consent choice | 1 year |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services. These include:
- Google Analytics: Used to collect anonymous statistics about website usage
- Google Tag Manager: Used to manage and deploy tracking tags
These third parties may use cookies to track your browsing activity across different websites. We do not control these third-party cookies and recommend reviewing their privacy policies.
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies through their settings
- Opt-Out Tools: Use Google's opt-out browser add-on for Google Analytics
- Private Browsing: Use incognito/private browsing mode to prevent cookies from being stored
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Clear browsing data
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us through our Contact Page.
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