Overview
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding cookies on the Mntcrl Lab website.
Last updated: December 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites:
- Remember your preferences
- Improve functionality
- Analyze usage patterns
- Deliver personalized content
2. Cookies We Use
Essential Storage Only
We use localStorage (browser storage) for:
Purpose: To remember your cookie consent choice
Type: Essential functionality
Duration: Permanent (until you clear browser data)
Data stored: cookieConsent value ("accepted" or "declined") and timestamp
This is NOT a tracking cookie and contains no personal or identifiable information.
We DO NOT Use:
❌ Analytics cookies (Google Analytics, etc.) ❌ Marketing/advertising cookies ❌ Social media cookies ❌ Tracking pixels ❌ Third-party cookies ❌ Performance/optimization cookies
3. Cloudflare Cookies
Our website is hosted on Cloudflare, which may set the following cookies:
__cflb (Cloudflare Load Balancer)
- Purpose: Route traffic between servers
- Type: Essential, functional
- Duration: Session (deleted when you close browser)
- Data: Anonymous session identifier
__cf_bm (Bot Management)
- Purpose: Distinguish humans from bots, security
- Type: Essential, security
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Data: Anonymous bot detection data
cf_clearance (Challenge Cookie)
- Purpose: Store challenge completion status (if security check required)
- Type: Essential, security
- Duration: 30 minutes to 1 year (varies)
- Data: Challenge pass token
These are essential cookies required for the website to function securely and cannot be disabled.
For more information: Cloudflare Cookie Policy
4. Legal Basis
Under GDPR and ePrivacy Directive, the legal basis for these cookies is:
- Essential cookies: Strictly necessary for website operation (no consent required)
- Functional storage: Your explicit consent when you accept the cookie banner
5. Your Cookie Choices
Managing Browser Storage
You can clear the localStorage item we use:
- Chrome/Edge: DevTools → Application → Local Storage → Clear
- Firefox: DevTools → Storage → Local Storage → Delete
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data → Remove
Managing Cloudflare Cookies
You can block or delete Cloudflare cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
Warning: Blocking essential Cloudflare cookies may prevent the website from functioning.
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to:
- Block all cookies
- Accept only first-party cookies
- Delete cookies on exit
- View and manage stored cookies
Note: Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
6. Third-Party Cookies
We do NOT use third-party cookies from:
- Google (Analytics, Ads, Tag Manager)
- Facebook Pixel
- Twitter tracking
- LinkedIn Insight
- Any other advertising or analytics platform
The only third-party cookies are from Cloudflare (our hosting provider) for essential security and functionality.
7. Do Not Track (DNT)
We respect the Do Not Track (DNT) browser signal. Since we don't track users anyway, enabling DNT will not change our behavior.
8. Cookie Consent
When you first visit this website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept: Allow essential storage (cookie consent preference)
- Decline: We'll remember your choice, but essential Cloudflare cookies will still function
You can change your choice at any time by clearing browser storage and revisiting the site.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in:
- Our practices
- Legal requirements
- Technology
Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
10. More Information
For questions about our use of cookies, contact us:
Mntcrl Lab Email: [email protected]
For information about cookies in general:
This Cookie Policy complies with GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, and PECR requirements.