Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 2026
This policy explains how ESPboards (Binary Link SRL) uses cookies and similar browser storage on this site. We aim to be transparent about exactly what is stored and why.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored in your browser by websites you visit. They are used to remember preferences, maintain sessions, and gather analytics data. You can control cookies through your browser settings at any time.
2. Cookies We Use
We use cookies only after receiving your explicit consent (except strictly necessary cookies required for payment processing when you initiate a purchase).
| Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users for Google Analytics | 2 years | Analytics | |
| _ga_* | Persists session state for Google Analytics 4 | 2 years | Analytics | |
| Paddle session cookies | Required for Paddle checkout to function (payment flow) | Session | Paddle | Payment |
3. localStorage (Not Cookies)
The designer also uses browser localStorage for essential functionality. Unlike cookies, localStorage data is never sent to a server - it stays in your browser only.
| Key | Purpose | Persists |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent choice (accepted/rejected) | Until cleared |
| designer_state | Saves canvas layout, widgets, and open tabs | Until cleared |
| designer_theme | Light/dark mode preference across all pages | Until cleared |
4. Managing Your Consent
When you first visit the site, a cookie consent banner gives you the choice to accept or decline analytics cookies. You can change your choice at any time by clearing the cookie_consent key from your browser's local storage, which will show the banner again on your next visit.
Declining analytics cookies does not affect the core functionality of the designer or component library. Declining Paddle's payment cookies will prevent you from completing a purchase in the checkout overlay.
5. How to Disable Cookies in Your Browser
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Block all cookies
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Note: blocking all cookies will prevent Paddle's checkout from working.
6. What Breaks When Cookies Are Declined
Analytics declined: Google Analytics does not load. The designer continues working normally.
Payment cookies blocked: Paddle's checkout overlay may not function correctly - purchases would not complete.
Contact
Questions about cookies? Contact us at info@espboards.dev.
Also see our Privacy Policy for full details on data processing.