Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 19, 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
Cookies allow websites to remember your actions and preferences (such as login status, language, font size, and other display preferences) over a period of time, so you don't have to keep re-entering them whenever you come back to the site or browse from one page to another.
2. How We Use Cookies
NerdyScore uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and provide essential functionality. We use cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled:
- Authentication: To keep you logged in during your session
- Security: To prevent fraud and protect your account
- Session Management: To maintain your browsing session
- Preferences: To remember your display settings and preferences
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site:
- Usage Tracking: To see which pages are visited most frequently
- Performance Monitoring: To identify and fix technical issues
- User Experience: To improve our website based on user behavior
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Session Cookies
These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your login session and preferences during your visit.
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period of time or until you delete them. They help us remember your preferences for future visits.
Third-Party Cookies
We use Google Analytics, which may set cookies on your device. These cookies help us understand website usage patterns and improve our services.
4. Detailed Cookie Information
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| auth-token | Maintains user login session | Session | Essential |
| preferences | Stores user display preferences | 30 days | Essential |
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years | Analytics |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - session data | 2 years | Analytics |
5. Managing Cookies
Browser Settings
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete cookies individually or all at once
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies
- Get notified when a cookie is set
Browser-Specific Instructions
Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Edge: Settings → Site permissions → Cookies and site data
Important: Disabling essential cookies may prevent certain features of our website from working properly, including user authentication and preference settings.
6. Google Analytics Opt-Out
If you prefer not to have your website usage tracked by Google Analytics, you can:
- Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser settings
- Use browser extensions that block tracking cookies
7. Mobile Devices
Most mobile browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings menu. Look for options like:
- "Block cookies" or "Accept cookies"
- "Privacy" or "Security" settings
- "Content settings" or "Website data"
8. Children's Privacy
In compliance with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act), we do not knowingly collect information from children under 13 years of age. If a child under 13 has accessed our site, the same cookie practices apply, but we encourage parents to review browser cookie settings for their children.
9. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
We recommend reviewing this Cookie Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Cookie Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@nerdyscore.com
Subject Line: Cookie Policy Inquiry
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt.
Quick Summary
We use essential cookies for website functionality and Google Analytics for understanding usage patterns. You can manage cookies through your browser settings, but disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.