Last updated: 2026-10-13
This policy explains how WhatsMyIPNumber uses cookies and similar technologies such as local storage. It should be read together with our privacy policy.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website stores in your browser. They let the site, or third parties it works with, recognise your browser on later visits. Local storage is a similar browser feature that keeps data on your device.
Cookies and storage we use
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
theme (local storage) | WhatsMyIPNumber | Remembers whether you chose light or dark mode. | Functional |
csrftoken | WhatsMyIPNumber | Security protection for forms. Set only on pages with forms that change data. | Strictly necessary |
_ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics | Distinguish visitors and sessions to produce anonymous usage statistics. | Analytics |
__gads, __gpi, __eoi | Google AdSense | Measure ad interactions and prevent the same ad being shown too often. | Advertising |
IDE, DSID, NID and similar | Google (doubleclick.net, google.com) | Personalise ads and measure ad performance across websites. | Advertising |
FCCDCF, FCNEC | Google consent management | Store your cookie consent choices (EEA/UK visitors). | Strictly necessary |
Third-party cookie names may change; the providers' own policies have the most current list. See how Google uses cookies.
Your choices
- Consent: visitors in the EEA, UK and Switzerland are asked for consent before advertising and analytics cookies are used, and can change their choice at any time through the consent link shown on the page.
- Personalised ads: opt out at Google Ads Settings or aboutads.info.
- Analytics: install the Google Analytics opt-out add-on.
- Browser settings: all browsers let you block or delete cookies. Our tools keep working without cookies, though your theme preference will not be remembered.
Contact
Questions? Contact us.