Cookie Policy
Effective Date: March 29, 2026 | Last Updated: March 29, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how LovableTools ("I," "me," or "my"), operated by Raakkan (Sankar) in Tamil Nadu, India, uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on my website lovabletools.com. By using my website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They allow websites to recognize your device, remember your preferences, and provide a more personalized experience. Cookies do not typically contain personally identifiable information.
Cookies can be:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
- First-party cookies: Cookies set by LovableTools directly.
- Third-party cookies: Cookies set by external services I use (e.g., Google).
2. Cookies I Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for LovableTools to function and cannot be disabled. They don't collect personal data for marketing purposes.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| lovabletools_session | Manages your login session and site state | Session / 2 hours |
| XSRF-TOKEN | Protects against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks | Session |
| theme | Stores your dark/light mode preference | Persistent (localStorage) |
2.2 Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)
I use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors use my site. These cookies collect anonymized, aggregated data about page views, session duration, and traffic sources.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google LLC | Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number | 2 years |
| _ga_MHFKCC31T9 | Google LLC | Maintains session state for Google Analytics 4 | 2 years |
| _gid | Google LLC | Distinguishes users (short-term) | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google LLC | Throttles request rate (limits data collection) | 1 minute |
2.3 Advertising Cookies (Google AdSense)
I serve advertisements through Google AdSense. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to my site and other websites. These cookies enable interest-based advertising.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| IDE | Google / DoubleClick | Used for targeting and measurement of Google ad campaigns | 1–2 years |
| DSID | Google / DoubleClick | Identifies a signed-in user on non-Google sites for ad targeting | 2 weeks |
| test_cookie | Google / DoubleClick | Checks if the user's browser supports cookies | Session |
| NID | Stores user preferences and other information for ad personalization | 6 months |
3. How to Manage & Opt Out of Cookies
You have several options to manage cookies:
3.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View and delete cookies stored on your device.
- Block third-party cookies.
- Block all cookies (note: this may break site functionality).
Find instructions for your browser:
3.2 Opt Out of Google Analytics
Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on to prevent data from being sent to Google Analytics.
3.3 Opt Out of Personalized Advertising
- Visit Google's Ads Settings to opt out of personalized Google ads.
- Visit aboutads.info for industry-wide opt-out tools.
- Visit networkadvertising.org for NAI opt-out options.
4. Cookies from Third-Party Embeds
Some pages on LovableTools may include embedded content from third-party services (such as YouTube videos or social media widgets). These third parties may set their own cookies. I have no control over these cookies. Please refer to the respective third parties' privacy and cookie policies for more information.
5. Changes to This Cookie Policy
I may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in the cookies I use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
6. Contact Me
If you have any questions about my use of cookies, please contact me through my website.
Raakkan (Sankar)
AI-driven Full Stack Developer
Indie developer from Tamil Nadu building fast, privacy-first web tools. Creator of Lovable Tools — a growing collection of free utilities and AI-powered tools.