Cookie Policy

Last updated: 24 June 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your device when you visit. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and serve relevant advertising. Some cookies are essential for the website to function; others require your consent.

We also use similar technologies such as session storage and tracking pixels, which are covered by this policy.

2. Cookies We Use

Essential (No Consent Required)

These are strictly necessary for the website to function. They cannot be disabled.

NameProviderPurposeDuration
flieker_consentflieker.comStores your cookie consent preference so we don't ask on every visit1 year

Analytics (Consent Required)

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with flieker. We use Microsoft Clarity for session recordings and heatmaps. These cookies are only set if you click "Accept All" on our cookie banner.

NameProviderPurposeDuration
_clskMicrosoftConnects multiple page views to a single Clarity user session1 day
_clckMicrosoftPersists the Clarity user ID across sessions1 year
CLIDMicrosoftIdentifies the first time Clarity saw this user on any site using Clarity1 year
MUIDMicrosoftIdentifies unique web browsers visiting Microsoft sites1 year
SMMicrosoftUsed in synchronising the MUID across Microsoft domainsSession

Advertising (Consent Required)

These cookies are set by Google AdSense and are used to serve personalised advertisements. They track your browsing activity across websites to build a profile of your interests. These cookies are only set if you click "Accept All" on our cookie banner.

NameProviderPurposeDuration
__gadsGoogleRegisters user interaction with ads and prevents the same ad from being shown too many times13 months
__gpiGoogleStores user settings when viewing Google-served ads on partner sites13 months
IDEGoogleUsed by Google DoubleClick to register and report actions on the site for ad targeting13 months
test_cookieGoogleChecks if the user's browser supports cookies1 day
NIDGoogleStores user preferences and other information for personalised ads6 months

3. What We Don't Use Cookies For

flieker does not use cookies to:

  • Store or transmit your quiz answers (these live in sessionStorage on your device only)
  • Create profiles without your knowledge
  • Sell your personal data to data brokers

4. Managing Your Consent

Via Our Cookie Banner

When you first visit flieker, a cookie banner gives you the option to "Accept All" or "Reject Non-Essential" cookies. If you reject non-essential cookies, only the essential flieker_consent cookie is set and no analytics or advertising scripts are loaded.

Change Your Preference

You can reset your consent preference at any time by clearing your browser's local storage for flieker.com, or by contacting us at liamkotze@outlook.com.

Browser Settings

You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • Block all cookies
  • Delete cookies that are already stored
  • Block third-party cookies specifically

Note that blocking essential cookies may affect core functionality of websites.

Opt-Out Links

5. International Data Transfers

Google and Microsoft are US-based companies. By accepting analytics and advertising cookies, your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States. Both providers participate in appropriate data transfer frameworks and use Standard Contractual Clauses where required by law.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy if we add or remove cookies or third-party services. The "Last updated" date at the top will always reflect the latest version. We recommend checking this page periodically.

7. Contact

Questions about our use of cookies? Contact us at liamkotze@outlook.com. For more details on how we handle your personal data, read our Privacy Policy.