Cookie policy
Which cookies HudPicks uses and how to control them.
Last updated: September 25, 2026
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What cookies are
Small files stored by your browser. Some are needed for the site to work; others measure audience or personalize ads and need your consent where the law requires it.
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Categories
| Cookie / storage | Provider | Purpose | Retention | Consent |
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hp-consent | HudPicks | Stores your cookie choices in browser local storage | 13 months | Not required |
__cf_bm | Cloudflare | Bot and abuse protection | 30 minutes | Not required |
_ga, _ga_*, _gid | Google Analytics, when enabled | Audience measurement | Up to 14 months | Required where applicable |
_gcl_* | Google, when enabled | Conversion measurement | Up to 90 days | Required where applicable |
__gads, __gpi, __eoi | Google advertising, when enabled | Ad delivery, measurement and personalization | Up to 13 months | Required where applicable |
| Affiliate partner cookies | Partner network | Records that an install or purchase came from HudPicks | Set by the partner | See the partner's policy |
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Your choices
Accept, decline or customize cookies in the consent banner, and change your mind at any time with the button below or the “Cookie settings” link in the footer. You can also block cookies in your browser settings.