TakeDesigns use cookies to keep the site running and to show ads that help keep everything free. Here’s exactly what’s being used and why.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website places on your device when you visit. They are widely used to make websites work correctly, remember your preferences, and provide information to site owners about how their pages are used.
Cookies cannot run programs or deliver viruses to your device. They are entirely passive — they store a small amount of text that a website can read when you return. Most cookies are deleted automatically when you close your browser (session cookies), while others remain on your device for a set period of time (persistent cookies).
Similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage may work alongside cookies and are covered by this policy.
2. How I Use Cookies
TakeDesigns uses cookies for three purposes only:
- To keep the site working correctly — essential cookies handle basic functions like page navigation and tool operation.
- To understand how visitors use the site — analytics cookies help me see which tools are most popular and where I can improve the experience.
- To display advertising — advertising cookies enable Google AdSense to show relevant ads that keep all tools free.
I do not use cookies to track the images you process, build personal profiles, or sell data to third parties. Your image files never interact with the cookie system in any way.
3. Types of Cookies I
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on TakeDesigns are set by third-party services. I do not control these cookies and they are governed by the privacy policies of the respective companies.
Google Analytics
Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymized, aggregated data about how visitors use the site — such as which pages are visited, how long visitors stay, and what devices they use. IP anonymization is enabled, meaning your full IP address is never stored. You can opt out via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Google AdSense
Google AdSense uses cookies including the DoubleClick cookie to serve ads and measure their effectiveness. Depending on your location and consent settings, ads may be personalized based on your browsing history or non-personalized based only on the content of the page you are viewing. You can manage your ad preferences at Google Ads Settings.
For more information on how Google uses data when you visit partner sites, see: How Google uses data when you use our partners’ sites or apps.
5. Cookie List
Below is a summary of the main cookies that may be present on TakeDesigns and what they do.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics | Distinguishes users for analytics tracking | 2 years |
_ga_* |
Google Analytics | Maintains session state for analytics | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics | Distinguishes users within a 24-hour period | 24 hours |
_gat |
Google Analytics | Throttles the request rate to Google servers | 1 minute |
IDE |
Google AdSense / DoubleClick | Used to show relevant ads and measure ad performance | 13 months |
DSID |
Google AdSense | Identifies a signed-in user for ad targeting | 2 weeks |
test_cookie |
Google AdSense | Checks if the browser supports cookies | 15 minutes |
This list may not be exhaustive. Additional cookies may be set by Google or other third-party services as their platforms evolve. You can view all cookies set on your browser using your browser’s developer tools.
6. Your Choices
You have full control over which cookies are active on your device, with the exception of essential cookies which are required for the site to function. Your options include:
- Browser settings: You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings at any time. See Section 7 for instructions for each major browser.
- Google Ads opt-out: Visit Google Ads Settings to opt out of personalized advertising.
- Industry opt-out tools: Visit aboutads.info or youronlinechoices.eu to manage preferences across multiple advertising networks.
- Google Analytics opt-out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on to prevent your visits from being included in analytics data.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of some tools on the site.
7. Managing Cookies in Your Browser
Every major browser allows you to view, manage, block, and delete cookies. Use the links below to find instructions for your browser.
8. Updates to This Policy
I may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies I use, new legal requirements, or changes to the services on the site. When I make material changes, the “Last updated” date at the top of this page will be revised.
I encourage you to check this page periodically. Your continued use of TakeDesigns after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
9. Questions About Cookies?
If you have any questions about how I use cookies or want to know more about your options, feel free to reach out directly at thewfhdada@gmail.com