---
title: "Cookie Policy | vpnrank.io"
description: "Cookie Policy for vpnrank.io — how we use cookies and similar technologies."
url: https://vpnrank.io/cookies
language: en
image: https://vpnrank.io/og/home.png
---

# Cookie Policy

Last updated: March 2026

## 1\. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help sites remember your preferences and understand how you interact with the content.

## 2\. How We Use Cookies

vpnrank.io uses the following types of cookies:

| Type | Purpose | Duration |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Essential | Required for the site to function properly | Session |
| Analytics | Help us understand how visitors use our site | Up to 2 years |
| Affiliate | Track referrals to VPN providers for commission attribution | 30-90 days |
| Advertising | Used by Google Ads to measure campaign performance | Up to 2 years |

## 3\. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages, including:

-   **Analytics providers** — to measure website traffic and usage patterns
-   **Affiliate networks** — to track referrals when you click VPN provider links
-   **Google Ads** — to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns

## 4\. Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

-   View and delete existing cookies
-   Block all or certain cookies
-   Set preferences for specific websites

Please note that blocking certain cookies may affect your experience on our site and may prevent affiliate links from being properly tracked.

## 5\. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our site.

## 6\. Contact Us

For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at hello@vpnrank.io.

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