Cookie Policy
Last updated: June 2026 · moddingwithryan.com
This policy explains how Modding with Ryan uses cookies and similar technologies, your rights under UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), and how to manage your preferences.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to site owners.
This site also uses localStorage, a similar browser-based storage mechanism, to save certain UI preferences.
2. Cookies We Use
| COOKIE / SERVICE | PURPOSE | TYPE | EXPIRY | PARTY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google AdSense / DoubleClick | Serves and measures personalised and non-personalised advertisements. | Advertising | Up to 13 months | Third-party (Google) |
| Google Analytics (_ga, _gid) | Measures site traffic and user behaviour in aggregate to help improve the site. | Analytics | _ga: 2 years / _gid: 24 hours | Third-party (Google) |
| Google Fonts | Serves web fonts. Google may log the request but no persistent cookie is set by this site. | Functional | Session | Third-party (Google) |
| mwr_theme (localStorage) | Stores your display preference locally so it persists between visits. | Preference | Persistent (localStorage) | First-party |
3. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control and/or delete cookies as you wish. You can delete all cookies that are already on your computer, and you can set most browsers to prevent them from being placed.
To opt out of Google personalised advertising cookies, visit Google Ads Settings. For broader third-party opt-out, see aboutads.info/choices or youronlinechoices.com (EU).
4. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will reflect any changes.
5. Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact privacy@moddingwithryan.com.