Cookie Policy
This policy explains how IVF Finder uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our platform.
Last updated: February 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners useful information about how their site is being used.
Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser and are used when you return to the site. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. We use both types of cookies on IVF Finder.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our website. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and session management. The website cannot function properly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_token | Maintains your login session | Session |
| csrf_token | Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
2.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They allow us to measure traffic, identify popular pages, and improve the overall user experience.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - throttles request rate | 1 minute |
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your language preferences, search filters, comparison selections, and display settings. While they are not strictly necessary, they significantly improve your experience on IVF Finder.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| locale | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
| search_prefs | Stores your recent search filters and preferences | 30 days |
| compare_list | Remembers clinics added to your comparison list | 7 days |
2.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites and display relevant advertisements. They may be set by us or by third-party advertising partners. These cookies are optional, and you can opt out of them at any time.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions from Facebook ads | 90 days |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads - tracks conversions from Google ads | 90 days |
3. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (except essential cookies, which are necessary for the website to function). You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically set your browser to block or alert you about cookies, or to delete existing cookies. Please note that blocking certain cookies may impact the functionality of our website. Here are links to cookie management instructions for common browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions
Opt-Out of Analytics
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. This prevents Google Analytics from collecting information about your website visits.
4. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use cookies set by third parties to help us analyze site usage, deliver advertisements, or provide certain features. These third parties include:
- Google Analytics: Web analytics service that tracks and reports website traffic. Google's privacy policy can be found at policies.google.com/privacy.
- Google Ads: Online advertising platform. Learn more at Google Ad Policies.
- Facebook / Meta Pixel: Tracks conversions from Facebook advertisements. Meta's privacy policy can be found at facebook.com/privacy/policy.
We do not control these third-party cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third parties to understand how they use your data.
5. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Because there is no universally accepted standard for how to respond to DNT signals, IVF Finder does not currently respond to DNT browser signals. However, you can manage your cookie preferences using the methods described above.
6. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to periodically review this page for the latest information on our cookie practices.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: