1. What are cookies
Small text files stored on your device to recognise you across visits. We also use equivalent technologies (localStorage) — same consent rules.
2. Categories on BCrypto
2.1 Strictly necessary (always on)
| Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| bc-cookie-consent | Stores cookie consent choice | Persistent (localStorage) | First party |
| NEXT_LOCALE | Preferred language | 1 year | First party |
2.2 Functional (optional)
Remember UI preferences. No profiling.
2.3 Analytics (consent required)
Loaded only after acceptance.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics 4 | Distinguish unique users (IP anonymized) | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 | Session state | 2 years |
| _vercel_insights_* | Vercel Inc. | Performance monitoring (Speed Insights) | Session |
3. Managing consent
Granular banner on first visit. Revocable any time via "Cookie preferences" in the footer.
4. Third-party cookies
- Google Analytics: Cookie types · Opt-out plugin
5. Browser-level blocking
Block/delete cookies via browser settings. Some features may not work.