Cookie Policy
Last updated: October 10, 2026 • Effective immediately for readytosubmit.net
The Short Version: Zero Tracking Cookies
ReadyToSubmit Global operates on a strict privacy-first model. We do not use tracking cookies, behavioral profiling cookies, or third-party marketing beacons to monitor your browsing across the internet. We only use essential browser storage to remember your visual preferences (like dark mode).
1. What Are Cookies and Local Storage?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. Local storage is an HTML5 browser technology that allows web applications to store key-value data directly within your browser without sending that data to any web server with every page request.
2. How ReadyToSubmit Global Uses Browser Storage
We use browser storage strictly for functional and technical necessity:
| Storage Key | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| readytosubmit_theme | localStorage | Stores your selected color theme (“light”, “dark”, or “system”) to prevent screen flicker. | Persistent until cleared |
| Session State | In-Memory (RAM) | Holds image dimensions and cropped coordinates during active tool use. Cleared immediately when you close or refresh the tab. | Session only |
3. Third-Party Advertising Cookies (Google AdSense)
To provide free, unrestricted access to our image tools without subscriptions, we display contextual and interest-based advertisements through Google AdSense and third-party advertising vendors.
| Vendor / Cookie | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google AdSense (__gads, _gcl_au) | HTTP Cookie | Used by Google to measure ad performance, prevent ad fraud, and serve personalized or non-personalized ads. | Up to 13 months |
| Google DoubleClick (IDE) | HTTP Cookie | Used to record and report user actions after viewing or clicking an ad to measure efficacy. | Up to 1 year |
You can opt out of personalized advertising at any time by visiting Google Ads Settings or the AboutAds Consumer Choice Page.
4. What We Never Store
Unlike traditional file processing portals:
- We never store photos, headshots, or documents in cookies, local storage, or servers.
- We never store biometric features or facial recognition data.
- We never sell or lease personal contact details to data brokers.
5. Managing and Clearing Cookies in Your Browser
You can control or clear cookies and local storage at any time using your web browser settings. Disabling storage will simply reset your theme to system default upon refresh, with zero loss of image processing functionality.
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Third-party cookies → See all site data and permissions.
- Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data.
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data → Clear Data.
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies and site data.
6. Inquiries & Data Privacy
For further questions regarding our cookie practices or client-side architecture, please consult our Privacy Policy or email us at [email protected].