Cookie Policy
Last Updated: February 9, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how INGOTX (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at ingotx.com (the “Site”).
By using our Site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferences, login status, and browsing activity.
Cookies can be “session cookies” (which expire when you close your browser) or “persistent cookies” (which remain on your device until deleted or until they expire).
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several important purposes:
- Essential Functionality: Enable core features like account login and portfolio access
- Security: Protect your account and detect fraudulent activity
- Preferences: Remember your settings, such as alert preferences and display options
- Analytics: Understand how visitors use our Site to improve our Services
- Advertising: Display relevant advertisements and measure ad performance
- Affiliate Tracking: Track referrals to dealer partners
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our Site to function properly. They enable core features such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt-out of these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your login session | Session |
| csrf_token | Security - prevents cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
3.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use Google Analytics to analyze Site usage and improve our Services.
| Cookie Name | 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 |
| _ga_[container-id] | Google Analytics 4 - Session and campaign data | 2 years |
Learn more: Google Analytics Privacy Policy
3.3 Advertising Cookies
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our Site. These cookies are used to serve ads that are relevant to you and your interests. They also help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| __gads | Google AdSense - Used to serve personalized ads | 13 months |
| __gpi | Google AdSense - Collects information on user behavior | 13 months |
| DSID | Google DoubleClick - Links activity across devices | 2 weeks |
| IDE | Google DoubleClick - Used for ad targeting and measurement | 13 months |
| 1P_JAR | Google - Collects website statistics and tracks conversion rates | 1 month |
| ANID, NID | Google - Used to store user preferences and information | 13 months |
Third-Party Advertising: Google and other advertising partners may also place cookies on your device to deliver personalized ads based on your browsing history across multiple websites.
3.4 Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and settings to provide a more personalized experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | Stores display settings and dashboard preferences | 1 year |
| alert_settings | Remembers your price alert preferences | 1 year |
| theme | Remembers light/dark mode preference | 1 year |
3.5 Affiliate Tracking Cookies
When you click on dealer links from our Site, affiliate tracking cookies may be placed on your device to track referrals and attribute commissions. These cookies do not collect personally identifiable information.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| affiliate_ref | Tracks clicks on dealer affiliate links | 30 days |
| utm_source, utm_medium, utm_campaign | Tracks marketing campaign performance | 30 days |
4. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, third parties may set cookies on your device when you visit our Site:
4.1 Google AdSense and DoubleClick
Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our Site or other websites. Google's advertising cookies enable it and its partners to serve ads based on your interests.
- Provider: Google LLC
- Purpose: Personalized advertising and ad measurement
- Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Opt-Out: https://adssettings.google.com
4.2 Google Analytics
Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about how visitors use our Site. This helps us improve our Services.
- Provider: Google LLC
- Purpose: Website analytics and usage statistics
- Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Opt-Out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
4.3 Affiliate Partner Cookies
When you click on dealer links, the dealer's affiliate network may place cookies on your device. We do not control these third-party cookies.
5. How to Manage Cookies
5.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Accept or reject cookies on a case-by-case basis
- Delete cookies that have already been set
- Set your browser to automatically delete cookies when you close it
Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Cookie settings in Chrome
- Firefox: Cookie settings in Firefox
- Safari: Cookie settings in Safari
- Edge: Cookie settings in Edge
5.2 Opt Out of Personalized Advertising
You can opt out of personalized advertising from Google and other ad networks:
- Google Ads Settings: https://adssettings.google.com
- NAI Opt-Out: Network Advertising Initiative
- DAA Opt-Out: Digital Advertising Alliance
- Your Online Choices (EU): http://www.youronlinechoices.com/
Note: Opting out does not mean you will see fewer ads; it means the ads will not be personalized based on your interests.
5.3 Our Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our Site, we display a cookie consent banner that allows you to choose which types of cookies to accept:
- Essential Cookies: Always enabled (required for site functionality)
- Analytics Cookies: Optional - can be disabled
- Advertising Cookies: Optional - can be disabled
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in our website footer.
Important: Effect of Blocking Cookies
If you block or delete cookies, some features of our Site may not function properly:
- You may not be able to stay logged into your account
- Your preferences and settings may not be saved
- Portfolio tracking and price alerts may not work correctly
- You may see less relevant advertisements
Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the Site to function.
6. Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:
6.1 Web Beacons (Pixels)
Small graphic images embedded in web pages and emails that allow us to track page views and email opens.
6.2 Local Storage
HTML5 local storage allows us to store data on your device for improved performance and offline functionality.
6.3 Session Storage
Similar to local storage but data is only stored for the duration of your browsing session.
7. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that lets you tell websites you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry-wide standard for responding to DNT signals.
Our Site does not currently respond to DNT browser signals. However, you can control cookies and tracking through your browser settings and the opt-out links provided in this policy.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
INGOTX
Email: privacy@ingotx.com
Support: support@ingotx.com
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