Cookie & Storage Policy
DomainCook operates under strict zero-adware standards. We do not sell visitor behavioral profiles or rent advertising pixels. This document outlines how browser storage is utilized across our services.
When you browse DomainCook, small cryptographic tokens and technical storage keys are temporarily stored on your device. These items are strictly divided into three technical classes: session authentication, anonymous speed/discovery telemetry, and user preferences. We respect browser Global Privacy Control (GPC) and Do Not Track (DNT) header signals automatically.
1. Strictly Necessary & Security Protocols
These technical features are required to maintain cryptographic session security, authenticate buyer accounts, and prevent automated bot scrapers from harvesting private floor pricing. They are essential to the platform's core architecture and cannot be disabled.
| Feature & Function | Service / Scope | Purpose & Impact | Retention Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Account Authentication & Secure Session | DomainCook System | Maintains encrypted buyer and administrator sign-in identity across requests. | Session duration or 30 days (if 'Remember Me' is selected) |
| Bot Detection & Anti-DDoS Protection | Cloudflare Turnstile | Verifies authentic human interaction to prevent automated bot scrapers, inquiry flooding, and malicious attacks. | Up to 24 hours |
| Cross-Site Form Security | DomainCook System | Cryptographic defense preventing unauthorized third-party tampering with transaction and inquiry forms. | Session duration |
2. Telemetry & Performance Analytics
DomainCook measures first-party search query performance, zero-result keyword telemetry, and aggregate catalog exploration speed. We utilize a privacy-preserving Google Analytics 4 (GA4) proxy with full IP anonymization. We do not sell, license, or transmit behavioral telemetry to third-party advertising brokers.
| Feature & Function | Service / Scope | Purpose & Impact | Retention Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anonymous Marketplace Telemetry | DomainCook Analytics | Aggregates anonymous catalog visit statistics and exploration patterns without profiling or tracking across external websites. | 13 months |
| Page Latency & Speed Monitoring | DomainCook Analytics | Measures client response latency and navigation responsiveness across catalog views. | 13 months |
| Acquisition Channel Attribution | DomainCook Analytics | Records referring partner source when a buyer submits a transaction brief. | 90 days |
3. Functional State & Shortlist Preferences
These features record client-side conveniences so you do not lose your work while researching domains. They power your offline wishlist before creating an account, remember your audio pronunciation volume, and store your grid layout preferences.
| Feature & Function | Service / Scope | Purpose & Impact | Retention Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guest Shortlist & Saved Domains | Local Device Storage | Preserves your favorited domains locally on your device prior to creating or signing into an account. | 30 days (migrates upon sign-in) |
| Audio Pronunciation Volume | Local Device Storage | Remembers your volume and audio playback preferences for spoken domain pronunciation tests. | Persistent local preference |
| Catalog Display Layout Density | Local Device Storage | Remembers your preferred view layout (compact table versus visual showcase cards). | Persistent local preference |
Under the GDPR, CCPA, and statutory privacy regulations, you have the absolute right to inspect, delete, or restrict any personal telemetry associated with your account. You can purge local preferences at any time by clearing your browser cache. For formal privacy requests or audit inquiries, contact our Data Protection Officer at privacy@domaincook.com.