Cookie Policy
Howto
Last Updated: January 15, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Howto ("Service") uses cookies and similar technologies on https://howto.center and related subdomains.
It should be read together with the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
By selecting "Accept All", "Reject All", or adjusting "Cookie Preferences" in the banner, you control how cookies are used.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help operate the Service, improve performance, analyze usage, and remember preferences.
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)
- Persistent cookies (remain until they expire or are deleted)
- First-party cookies (set by us)
- Third-party cookies (set by external providers)
2. Types of Cookies Used
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
Required for:
- website functionality
- secure login
- loading pages correctly
- user session management
- fraud and abuse prevention
These cookies cannot be disabled, as the Service cannot function without them.
Examples:
- authentication state
- session tokens
- security checks
- load balancing
B. Analytics & Performance Cookies
Used only with your consent.
They help us understand:
- how users navigate the site
- which features are used most
- performance issues
- user behavior patterns
- where improvements are needed
Analytics tools in use:
- Google Analytics
- Mixpanel
- Microsoft Clarity (heatmaps and session insights)
These tools may collect anonymized IP addresses, events, device data, and usage patterns.
If you select "Reject All", analytics cookies will not load.
C. Preference Cookies
Used only with consent.
These remember:
- language choices
- UI preferences
- dismissed banners
- onboarding progress
D. Marketing Cookies
Howto does not use advertising or marketing cookies.
3. Third-Party Cookies and Technologies
Third parties providing cookies and similar technologies include:
- Google Analytics (analytics)
- Mixpanel (analytics)
- Microsoft Clarity (behavior analytics)
- Cloudflare (security, CDN — strictly necessary)
- Google Identity Services (OAuth – necessary for login)
These providers may process technical data outside the EU under Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs). Details appear in our Privacy Policy.
4. Cookie Consent
When visiting the Service from EU/EEA regions, you will see a cookie banner offering:
- Accept All
- Reject All
- Choose Categories
Analytics and preference cookies load only after consent.
You may withdraw or modify your consent at any time via:
- the "Cookie Preferences" link
- your browser settings
Rejecting cookies will not block access to the Service but may limit some functionality.
5. Managing and Disabling Cookies
You can control cookies through:
A. Cookie Banner
Adjust preferences at any time.
B. Browser Settings
Most browsers allow blocking, deleting, or restricting cookies. Instructions can be found in:
- Chrome
- Firefox
- Safari
- Edge
C. Opt-Out Tools
Some analytics providers offer their own opt-out mechanisms.
6. Strictly Necessary vs Optional Cookies
To comply with GDPR and ePrivacy requirements:
- Strictly necessary cookies load without consent
- Analytics, performance, and preference cookies require explicit opt-in
- Marketing cookies are not used by Howto
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:
- changes to cookies used
- updates in law
- updates in analytics tools
- product changes
Material updates will be communicated via the cookie banner or the website.
8. Contact
Questions about this Cookie Policy may be sent to:
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain