Cookie Policy
Last updated: June 5, 2026
1. What this policy covers
This Cookie Policy explains how ToolzBanana uses cookies and similar browser technologies when you visit our website. ToolzBanana is a completely free, no-account, no-login toolset — we do not collect, store, or process any personal information from you directly. The only cookies present on this site come from third-party services (Google AdSense and Google Analytics) described below. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
2. We do not set any first-party cookies
Because ToolzBanana has no user accounts, no login system, and no personalisation features that require tracking, we do not set any first-party cookies ourselves. We may use browser localStorage solely to remember lightweight UI preferences (such as your last-used tool) — this data never leaves your device and is never sent to our servers.
3. Third-party cookies — Google AdSense
We display ads via Google AdSense to keep ToolzBanana free for everyone. Google sets its own cookies to serve, personalise, and measure those ads. We have no access to the data those cookies contain. Common AdSense cookies include:
| Cookie | Set by | Purpose | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|
| __gads | google.com | Registers ad impressions and prevents the same ad repeating too often. | 13 months |
| __gpi | google.com | Works with __gads to measure ad performance and limit repetition. | 13 months |
| __eoi | google.com | Identifies an end-user for interest-based ads when third-party cookies are restricted. | 13 months |
| IDE | doubleclick.net | Records and reports actions after seeing or clicking an ad to measure effectiveness. | 13 months |
| DSID | doubleclick.net | Identifies a signed-in Google user across non-Google sites for ad personalisation. | 2 weeks |
| test_cookie | doubleclick.net | Short-lived check to confirm the browser supports cookies before serving ads. | 15 minutes |
| NID | google.com | Stores preferences such as language to customise ads shown on Google services. | 6 months |
Cookie names and lifespans may change at Google's discretion. For the most current list visit Google's cookie policy.
4. Third-party cookies — Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand aggregate, anonymous traffic patterns — for example which tools are most popular or how visitors navigate the site. Analytics data is never linked to any individual and is not combined with AdSense data on our end. Google may set _ga, _gid, and related cookies for this purpose; they typically expire within 2 years and 24 hours respectively.
5. Your tools — no data collected by us
All tools on ToolzBanana run either entirely in your browser or via a secure HTTPS call to our processing API (for example the Background Remover). In both cases:
- We do not store your uploaded files after processing is complete.
- We do not link your tool usage to any identity or profile.
- We do not use advertising cookies to inspect or identify the contents of your uploads.
- No account, email, or login is ever required.
6. Managing cookies and opting out
You can control ad cookies in several ways:
- Adjust Google ad personalisation at adssettings.google.com.
- Use industry opt-out tools: NAI opt-out (optout.networkadvertising.org) for US users, or Your Online Choices for EU users.
- Block or delete third-party cookies in your browser settings — this won't break any ToolzBanana tool.
Opting out of personalised ads means you may still see ads, but they will be contextual rather than interest-based.
7. Contact
Questions about this policy? Use our contact form and include Cookie Policy in the subject line.