Cookie Policy

01 Introduction

Welcome to the Cookie Policy of 1990 Web Archive ("we," "our," or "us"). This policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at 1990webarchive.com (the "Site").

We believe in transparency. This document outlines what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them. By continuing to use our Site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

02 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, which can make it easier to visit the site again and make the site more useful to you.

Cookies can be used to collect, store, and share limited amounts of information about your activities across websites. They are essential tools for modern web functionality and are widely used across the internet.

Types of Technologies Used

In addition to traditional cookies, we may use similar technologies to collect information:

• Web Beacons / Pixel Tags: Small pieces of code embedded in webpages and emails that track page views and email opens.
• Local Storage: Browser-based storage that allows websites to store and retrieve data on your device.
• Device Fingerprinting: Collecting information about your device's configuration to identify it across visits.

03 Types of Cookies We Use

We classify cookies based on their lifespan and domain of origin:

By Lifespan

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. These help us remember your actions during a single browsing session, such as navigating between archived webpages.
• Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them. These help us remember your preferences for future visits.

By Domain

• First-Party Cookies: Set directly by 1990 Web Archive. These are used to make our Site function properly and gather insights about your usage.
• Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use, such as analytics providers and content partners. These may collect information about your browsing across different websites.

04 Cookie Categories

We organize our cookies into four main categories based on their purpose:

🔒 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, we cannot provide our services.

You cannot opt out of these cookies. They are typically only set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

📊 Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our archive by collecting anonymous, aggregated information. This data helps us improve the Site's usability and performance.

⚙️ Functional Cookies

These cookies allow our Site to remember choices you make (such as your user preferences, language selection, or archive filters) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.

📢 Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our Site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other websites. They do not directly store personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.

05 List of Cookies

Below is a detailed list of the cookies we currently set and use on our Site:

06 Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. The following third-party services may set cookies on our Site:

Analytics Services

• Google Analytics: Helps us analyze website traffic and usage patterns. Data is anonymized and we do not share personal information. Google Privacy Policy
• Plausible Analytics: A privacy-focused analytics alternative that does not use cookies and is GDPR compliant. Plausible Privacy Policy

Advertising & Marketing

• Google Ads: May serve personalized advertisements based on your browsing activity. Google Ads Policy
• Facebook/Meta: Pixel tracking for ad delivery and conversion measurement. Facebook Cookie Policy

Content & Functionality

• Cloudflare: Provides security and performance optimization. Cloudflare Privacy
• Intercom: Live chat and customer support widget. Intercom Privacy

07 Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our Site, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences by selecting specific categories.

Cookie Consent Manager

At any time during your visit, you can access our Cookie Consent Manager (see section below) to review and modify your cookie preferences.

Browser Settings

You can configure your web browser to control or reject cookies. However, blocking cookies may affect the functionality of our Site:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" feature. Please note that we do not currently respond to browser Do Not Track signals. We rely on your explicit consent through our cookie management tools.

08 Cookie Consent Manager

Use the manager below to adjust your cookie preferences at any time:

09 Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Any material changes will be communicated through:

• A prominent notice on our Site before the changes take effect
• An updated "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Email notification for registered users (where applicable)

We encourage you to review this policy periodically for the latest information on our cookie practices. Your continued use of our Site after any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

10 Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, how we handle cookies, or if you would like to exercise your data protection rights, please don't hesitate to reach out.

You may also contact us by mail at:

1990 Web Archive, Inc.
Privacy Officer
1990 Archive Lane, Suite 100
San Francisco, CA 94102
United States