Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 15, 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are commonly used to help websites function properly, remember preferences, understand usage patterns, and support advertising.
How We Use Cookies
SteadySpend uses cookies and similar technologies to support core website functionality, understand how visitors use our site, and display advertising. Cookies help us improve performance while keeping the experience simple and reliable.
- Essential cookies — Required for basic website functionality, such as page navigation and security.
- Analytics cookies — Help us understand how users interact with the site so we can improve content and usability.
- Advertising cookies — Used to display ads and measure their performance.
- Preference cookies — Remember basic settings, such as language or display preferences.
Types of Cookies We Use
First-Party Cookies
These cookies are set directly by SteadySpend and are used to support site functionality, remember preferences, and understand how the site is used.
Third-Party Cookies
We may use trusted third-party services that set cookies on our behalf, including:
- Google AdSense — Used to display advertisements. Google may use cookies to show ads that are relevant to users.
- Mediavine — If applicable, Mediavine may place cookies to deliver and optimize advertising.
- Analytics providers — Used to understand traffic patterns and improve site performance.
Cookie Duration
- Session cookies — Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies — Stored on your device for a defined period or until manually removed.
Managing Cookies
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Depending on your browser, you may be able to:
- View stored cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Block new cookies
- Receive notifications when cookies are set
Please note that disabling cookies may affect how certain parts of the site function.
Browser Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services
Advertising Preferences
You can opt out of personalized advertising through the following resources:
Local Storage
SteadySpend’s budgeting tools use your browser’s localStorage to save inputs directly on your device. This allows you to return to your calculations without creating an account.
This data never leaves your device and can be cleared at any time through your browser settings.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” feature. At this time, there is no consistent industry standard for responding to these signals, and we do not currently respond to them.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy occasionally to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or site functionality. Updates will be posted on this page.
Contact
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, please questions@steadyspend.com.