Last Updated: March 31, 2026

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They serve various purposes including security, functionality, and analytics.

LifeHack.DIY is designed to be privacy-friendly. We minimize cookie usage to only what is technically necessary.

CookieProviderPurposeTypeDuration
__cf_bmCloudflareBot management and securityEssential30 minutes
cf_clearanceCloudflareSecurity challenge completionEssential30 minutes

Analytics

We use Cloudflare Web Analytics, which is a cookieless analytics service. It:

  • Does not set any cookies
  • Does not use localStorage or fingerprinting
  • Does not collect personally identifiable information
  • Provides only aggregated, anonymized traffic data

What We Don’t Use

  • No Google Analytics
  • No Facebook Pixel
  • No advertising or marketing cookies
  • No third-party tracking cookies
  • No cross-site tracking

Local Storage

Our site uses browser localStorage for:

  • Emoji reactions — Stores which articles you’ve reacted to (stays on your device, never sent to us)
  • Theme preference — If applicable, stores your light/dark mode preference

This data stays entirely on your device and is never transmitted to our servers.

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

Note: Blocking Cloudflare’s essential cookies may cause you to see more security challenges when accessing the site.

Contact

Questions about our cookie practices: hello@lifehack.diy