Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 08/Sept/2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Coffee Bytes (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, https://coffeebytes.dev (the “Site”). This policy is designed to inform you, the user, about the types of cookies we use, the purposes for using them, and your choices regarding their use.
By continuing to use our Site, you consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies as described in this policy, in accordance with your browser’s current settings.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the site owners.
Cookies can be:
- “First-party” set by the website you are visiting.
- “Third-party” set by a domain other than the one you are visiting.
They can also be classified by their lifespan:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
| Category | Purpose | Managed by |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually only set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. You can set your browser to block these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work. | First-party |
| Analytics/Performance | These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our Site. They help us know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. | Third-party (Google, PostHog) |
4. Specific Cookies We Use
The table below provides more detailed information about the individual cookies we use.
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies do not require consent as they are essential for core functionality.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
cb_subscribed |
Checks if subscribe banner was shown | Session |
B. Analytics Cookies (Subject to Your Consent)
We use these tools to understand how users interact with our content, which helps us create better articles and improve site structure.
Google Analytics Google Analytics is a web analytics service provided by Google, Inc. Google uses the data collected to track and examine the use of our Site, to prepare reports on its activities, and to share them with other Google services.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
_ga |
Used to distinguish unique users. | 2 years |
_ga_[ID] |
Used to persist session state. | 2 years |
_gid |
Used to distinguish users. | 24 hours |
PostHog PostHog is an open-source product analytics platform that helps us understand user behavior to improve our Site.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
ph_[ID]_session |
Used to track a user’s session for analytical purposes. | Session |
ph_[ID]_optout |
Stores user opt-out preference. | 10 years |
[other_posthog_cookies] |
Various cookies used for feature flags, user identification, and analytics. | Varies |
The specific cookie names for PostHog may vary. For the most accurate and current list, please refer to PostHog’s documentation .
5. Your Choices and Consent
Consent Management When you first visit our Site, a cookie banner will appear seeking your consent for the use of Analytics cookies. You can accept, reject, or customize your preferences.
Browser Controls You can set or amend your web browser controls to accept or refuse cookies. If you choose to reject cookies, you may still use our website, though your access to some functionality and areas may be restricted. How you can do this depends on the browser you use. For more information, please visit the help pages of your browser:
Third-Party Opt-Outs You can opt-out of being tracked by these specific services directly:
- Google Analytics: You can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing Google’s opt-out browser add-on, available here .
- PostHog: You can opt-out of PostHog tracking by clicking here or by enabling the Do Not Track setting in your browser.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will post any changes on this page and update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
hello [at] zeedu [dot] com