1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored in your browser by websites you visit. We also use localStorage — browser-based storage that works similarly but never expires automatically and is never transmitted to our servers. All sleep tool data (your scores, results) is stored in localStorage only — it never leaves your device.
2. Google Consent Mode v2
SleepScorePro implements Google Consent Mode v2. This means all five consent signal types default to denied or limited until you make an explicit choice via our cookie banner. No analytics or advertising cookies are set before you consent.
| Consent Signal | Default | Granted When | Controls |
|---|---|---|---|
| analytics_storage | Denied | You accept analytics cookies | Controls Google Analytics 4 cookies (_ga, _ga_*) |
| ad_storage | Denied | You accept marketing cookies | Controls Google AdSense/advertising cookies (_gcl_au) |
| personalization_storage | Denied | You accept marketing cookies | Controls personalised advertising features |
| functionality_storage | Granted | Always active | Controls essential site functionality cookies (ssp_consent) |
| security_storage | Granted | Always active | Controls security-related storage — always required |
3. Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| ssp_consent | SleepScorePro | Stores your cookie consent preferences (version, analytics, marketing flags) | 12 months |
| admin_session | SleepScorePro | Admin panel authentication — only set when logged in to /admin | 24 hours |
4. Analytics Cookies (Consent Required)
These cookies are only set after you consent to analytics via our cookie banner. They help us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics 4 — distinguishes unique visitors and sessions | 2 years | |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 — maintains session state for GA4 measurement ID | 2 years |
IP addresses are anonymised for analytics. We do not use analytics data to identify individual users. Google Analytics data processing is governed by Google's data processing terms. See Google Privacy Policy.
5. Advertising Cookies (Consent Required)
We use Google AdSense to display relevant advertising. These cookies are only set if you consent to marketing cookies. We do not sell your personal data to advertisers.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _gcl_au | Google AdSense — conversion tracking and ad click attribution | 90 days |
6. Local Storage (Never Transmitted to Our Servers)
The following localStorage keys are used to store your tool results on your own device only. This data is never sent to our servers, never shared with third parties, and you can clear it at any time via your browser's developer tools or site settings.
| Key Name | Purpose | Transmitted? |
|---|---|---|
| ssp_consent | Your cookie consent preferences (mirrors the cookie) | Never |
| ssp_sleep | Your most recent sleep calculator result — used on the Combined Results page | Never |
| ssp_questionnaire | Your behavioural questionnaire result — used on the Combined Results page | Never |
| ssp_caffeine | Your caffeine curfew calculator result | Never |
| ssp_chronotype | Your chronotype quiz result | Never |
| ssp_debt | Your sleep debt tracker result | Never |
7. How to Manage and Opt Out
You have several options to manage cookies and local storage:
Cookie Preferences Banner
Click "Manage Cookie Preferences" at the top of this page to reopen the consent banner and change your choices.
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies via Settings > Privacy & Security. See your browser's help documentation for specific instructions.
Google Analytics Opt-Out
Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on to prevent Google Analytics from collecting data about your visits across all websites.
Google Advertising Opt-Out
Manage your Google advertising preferences at adssettings.google.com.
Clear Local Storage
Open your browser's developer tools (F12), go to Application > Local Storage > your site, and delete any or all keys. All sleep tool data will be cleared from your device.
8. Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. Currently, there is no industry-wide standard for responding to DNT signals. However, our default behaviour — denying analytics and advertising until you explicitly consent — already provides privacy protection equivalent to or stronger than DNT.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. When we make significant changes, we will bump the consent version, causing the consent banner to reappear for all users. The date at the top of this page indicates the most recent revision.
10. Contact
For cookie-related enquiries, contact us at contact[at]sleepscorepro.com.
See also: Privacy Policy · CCPA Privacy Rights · GDPR Policy
SleepScorePro — A product of PAPASIDDHI. Google Consent Mode v2 implemented.