Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 04/06/2026
This Cookie Policy explains how SmartQR Hub ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit smartqrhub.com. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by a website when you visit it. They are widely used to make websites work, to work more efficiently, and to provide information to the site owners. Cookies can be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (remain on your device for a set period).
Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies (always active)
These cookies are required for the site to function. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| smartqr-hub-session | Maintains your logged-in session | 2 hours |
| XSRF-TOKEN | Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks | 2 hours |
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. All data collected is aggregated and anonymised — we cannot identify individual users from it.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state | 2 years |
Google Analytics is operated by Google LLC. View Google's Privacy Policy. You can opt out by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on.
Advertising Cookies
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on this site. Google AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this site and other websites. These cookies allow Google and its partners to show you relevant ads across the internet.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| NID | Stores preferences and personalises ads | 6 months | |
| IDE | Google DoubleClick | Used for targeted advertising | 1 year |
| DSID | Identifies a signed-in user for ad personalisation | 2 weeks |
Google AdSense is operated by Google LLC (publisher ID: ca-pub-8899927989181996). You can opt out of personalised ads at google.com/settings/ads or aboutads.info.
How to Control Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- •Browser settings — Most browsers allow you to view, delete, and block cookies. Note that disabling essential cookies may prevent some parts of the site from working. Find instructions for your browser at allaboutcookies.org.
- •Google Ad Settings — Opt out of personalised Google ads at google.com/settings/ads.
- •Google Analytics — Opt out of Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- •Industry opt-out tools — Visit aboutads.info/choices or youronlinechoices.eu for broader advertising opt-outs.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. Please revisit this page regularly to stay informed. The "Last Updated" date at the top indicates when this policy was last revised.
Contact
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, contact us at contact@smartqrhub.com.