This Cookie Policy (“Policy”) applies to the website operated by Consumer Test (“the Site,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). It explains how we use cookies and similar technologies, and how you can control their use.

This Policy is an integral part of our Privacy Policy. Any terms defined in the Privacy Policy will carry the same meaning here.

By using the Site, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Policy, subject to your cookie preferences and applicable laws.

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by your browser when you visit a website. Cookies may serve several purposes:

• Enable site functionality (e.g., staying logged in).
• Collect analytics to help us understand site usage.
• Store your preferences.
• Support advertising and personalized content (only with your consent).

Cookies may be:

• Session cookies, which expire when you close your browser.
• Persistent cookies, which remain until they expire or are deleted.
• First-party cookies, set by the Site you visit.
• Third-party cookies, set by partners (e.g., analytics or advertising networks).

We may also use pixel tags (small graphic images) alongside cookies to measure site usage and campaign effectiveness.

Required for the Site to function (e.g., secure login, shopping cart, page navigation). These cannot be disabled.

Help us understand how visitors use the Site (e.g., most visited pages, time spent). We use services like Google Analytics. Data is anonymized where possible.

Store your chosen settings (e.g., language, display preferences).

Used to deliver relevant ads and measure ad performance. These may be set by third-party networks such as Google Ads or Microsoft Advertising (Bing Ads).

Important: In the EEA, UK, and Switzerland, these advertising cookies and tracking tools are disabled by default. They will only be activated if you explicitly opt in via our cookie banner or consent settings (Microsoft Consent Mode compliance). If you do not opt in, ads may still be displayed but will not be personalized using your data.

Third-party partners (such as analytics providers and advertising platforms) may place cookies on your device to collect information anonymously. They may use this data to improve services or show ads relevant to your browsing.

Examples include:

• Google Analytics (site usage tracking).
• Google Ads and Microsoft Advertising (Bing Ads) (personalized ads if you consent).
• Facebook Ads (customized ads if you consent).

We do not control third-party cookies directly. Please review their respective privacy and cookie policies for details.

You have several choices to manage cookies:

• Consent Banner: Use our on-site banner to accept or reject non-essential cookies (analytics, advertising).
• Withdraw Consent: You may change or withdraw your cookie preferences at any time.
• Browser Settings: Adjust your browser to block or delete cookies. See help pages of Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, Opera, etc.
• Third-Party Opt-Outs:

1. Google Ads: https://www.google.com/settings/ads/anonymous
2. Microsoft Advertising: https://about.ads.microsoft.com/en-us/resources/policies/personalized-ads
3. Facebook Ads: https://www.facebook.com/settings/?tab=ads
4. Digital Advertising Alliance: http://optout.aboutads.info/

We and selected partners may use cookies for interest-based advertising, meaning ads are shown based on your browsing activity.

• Such cookies are not activated without your consent (EEA/UK/Switzerland).
• If you do not consent, ads may still appear but will not be tailored to your behavior.

If you do not want cookies stored on your device, you can:

• Decline them via our cookie banner.
• Adjust browser settings to refuse all or some cookies.
• Use third-party opt-out portals mentioned above.

Please note that disabling certain cookies may limit functionality of the Site.

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect legal, technical, or business changes. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Policy, please contact us:

Email: Brian@consumer-test.com

Website: www.consumer-test.com

Contact us: Brian@consumer-test.com

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