Cookie Policy
Understanding how we use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on DividendCalculator.io.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, 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.
When you visit DividendCalculator.io, cookies help us recognize your device, remember your preferences (like dark mode settings), and understand how you interact with our calculators and content.
This policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
Types of Cookies We Use
We categorize cookies based on their purpose and necessity:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. Without them, certain features would not work. They include:
- Session management cookies
- Security and authentication tokens
- Load balancing cookies
- Cookie consent preferences
Duration: Session or up to 1 year | Can be disabled: No
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or third-party providers:
- Theme preferences (light/dark mode)
- Calculator input preferences
- Recently viewed stocks
- Language and region settings
Duration: Up to 1 year | Can be disabled: Yes
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously:
- _ga - Google Analytics user identifier (2 years)
- _gid - Google Analytics session identifier (24 hours)
- _gat - Google Analytics rate limiter (1 minute)
Duration: Up to 2 years | Can be disabled: Yes
Performance & Security Cookies
These cookies help protect the site and improve performance:
- Cloudflare security cookies (__cf_bm)
- DDoS protection identifiers
- Content delivery optimization
Duration: Session to 30 minutes | Can be disabled: No
Detailed Cookie List
Here is a complete list of cookies used on DividendCalculator.io:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Distinguishes unique users | 2 years | |
_gid |
Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours | |
_gat |
Throttles request rate | 1 minute | |
__cf_bm |
Cloudflare | Bot management | 30 minutes |
theme |
DividendCalculator.io | Stores theme preference | 1 year |
cookie_consent |
DividendCalculator.io | Stores consent preferences | 1 year |
How to Manage Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies on your device:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here's how to access cookie settings in popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Opt-Out of Analytics
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of DividendCalculator.io and other websites. Some features, such as remembering your preferences, may not work properly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Last Updated: January 2026
Questions About Cookies?
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please don't hesitate to contact us.
info@dividendcalculator.io