Cookie Policy for ClearRank.com

Hi there! At ClearRank, we’re obsessed with keeping things transparent (and secure). This Cookie Policy isn’t a legal snoozefest, but rather a plain-English guide to how tiny text files help our site run smoothly, remember your preferences, and yes, even show you fewer annoying ads. By sticking around, you’re okay with our cookies doing their thing. 

What’s a Cookie? (No, Not the Chocolate Kind)

Cookies are tiny text files your browser stores when you visit sites. They’re like sticky notes that remember your preferences, track site usage (anonymously!), and help us show ads that might interest you. Some are ours (first-party), others come from partners we trust (third-party).

Why We Use ’Em

  • Keep the lights on: Essential cookies handle logins, security, and basic functions. No cookies? The site breaks.
  • Fix clunky pages: Performance cookies show us which pages you love (or hate).
  • Save your settings: Functionality cookies remember stuff like your language so you don’t reset it every time.

Avoid ad overload: Targeting cookies try to make ads relevant (we hate spam too).

Types of Cookies We Use

Type

Job

Example

Lifespan

Must-Have Cookies

Keep the site alive. No opt-out.

Session ID to keep you logged in.

Dies when you quit

Improvement Crew

Spot trends, fix bugs.

Google Analytics tracks page visits.

Up to 2 years

Memory Savers

Remember your preferences.

Saves your language choice.

Up to 1 year

Ad Helpers

Show fewer irrelevant ads (we promise).

Tracks products you viewed.

Up to 2 years

Third-Party Cookies (AKA Our Partners)

We work with tools like Google Analytics and Microsoft Clarity to:

  • Spot trends (e.g., “Why does everyone love or leave this page?”).
  • Map your clicks (don’t worry—we anonymize this stuff).
  • Block hackers trying to crash the party.

Google’s Privacy Hub | Microsoft’s Privacy Details

Not a Cookie Fan? Here’s Your Power Move:

  • Browser settings: Chrome, Firefox, Safari—all let you zap cookies anytime.
  • Opt-out tools: Try Ghostery or the DAA Opt-Out.
  • Our cookie banner: Click “Manage Preferences” when you land here.

Heads up: Blocking cookies might break stuff (like staying logged in).

Your Privacy Rights

You own your data. Want details? Privacy Policy has the full scoop.

Questions? Complaints? 

Email info@clearank.com. No bots here—just humans who reply fast.

Updates

We’ll tweak this if laws change or we add new features. Check back occasionally—we’ll keep it fresh.

Last updated: March 6, 2025