🍪 Cookie Policy
📅 Last updated: July 2026📋 On this page
🍪 1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used by websites to make them work more efficiently, enhance user experience, and provide information to the website owner. Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device for a set period) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser).
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use on Fast-Vid (fast-vid.com), why we use them, and how you can control or disable them. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy, subject to your individual cookie preferences.
2. Cookies We Use
Fast-Vid uses a minimal set of cookies and local storage mechanisms. We do not use cookies for tracking your browsing activity across other websites (beyond what is described below), nor do we use fingerprinting or other covert tracking methods. Below is a detailed breakdown of the cookies and storage mechanisms we use.
2.1 Google Analytics 4 (Analytics Cookies)
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors interact with our website. GA4 uses cookies to collect anonymous, aggregated information about page visits, session duration, referral sources, and user interactions. This data helps us improve our website and tailor our content to user needs. The cookies set by GA4 include:
- _ga: Used to distinguish unique users. Expires after 2 years.
- _ga_<container-id>: Used to maintain session state. Expires after 2 years.
- _gid: Used to distinguish users. Expires after 24 hours.
- _gat: Used to throttle request rate. Expires after 1 minute.
GA4 anonymizes IP addresses by default and does not log individual IPs. We do not enable Google Signals, remarketing, or cross-device reporting in GA4. The data collected is anonymous and cannot be used to identify you personally.
2.2 Google AdSense (Advertising Cookies)
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. AdSense uses cookies to serve relevant ads, measure ad performance, and prevent the same ad from appearing too frequently. These cookies may track your visits to Fast-Vid and other websites to build a profile of your interests for personalized advertising. Key AdSense cookies include:
- _gcl_au: Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites. Expires after 3 months.
- IDE: Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report the website user's actions after viewing or clicking an advertisement. Expires after 13 months.
- ANID: Used by Google for ad personalization. Expires after 13 months.
You can opt out of personalized advertising at any time by visiting Google's Ads Settings at https://adssettings.google.com. When you opt out, you may still see non-personalized ads based on the context of the page.
2.3 Preference Storage (localStorage — Not Cookies)
Fast-Vid uses your browser's localStorage to remember certain preferences you choose on our website. Specifically, we store your dark mode or light mode theme selection. This is stored locally on your device and is not transmitted to our servers or any third party. It is a convenience feature that enhances your browsing experience.
Because this data is stored in localStorage rather than as cookies, it is not automatically sent to us or any third party with HTTP requests. You can clear localStorage at any time through your browser settings without affecting cookies.
3. Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit Fast-Vid, a cookie consent banner appears informing you that we use cookies. By clicking "Accept" or by continuing to browse the website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can also decline non-essential cookies through the banner settings.
Essential cookies (those strictly necessary for the operation of the website) may be set without your consent. All other cookies, including analytics and advertising cookies, require your explicit consent before being activated.
4. How to Control and Delete Cookies
You have full control over which cookies you allow on your device. Here are several ways to manage cookies:
4.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically block or delete cookies entirely, or set preferences for specific websites. Below are links to instructions for common browsers:
4.2 Google Ad Settings
To control how Google personalizes ads, visit https://adssettings.google.com. From this page, you can opt out of personalized advertising entirely or customize the interests Google uses to show you ads.
4.3 Network Advertising Initiative
You can opt out of interest-based advertising from multiple ad networks simultaneously by visiting the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page at https://optout.networkadvertising.org.
5. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies or applicable legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
📧 6. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us: