Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 14, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how BlackSheep Blog Finder ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at blacksheepsearch.com (the "Service"). This policy describes what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.

By using our Service, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should change your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our Service.

1What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies typically contain:

  • The name of the website from which the cookie has come
  • The "lifetime" of the cookie (how long it stays on your device)
  • A unique identifier (a random number)
  • Additional data that serves the purpose of the cookie

Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until you delete them or they expire) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser).

2Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Service to function properly and cannot be disabled. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as:

  • Logging into your account
  • Remembering your preferences and settings
  • Enabling security features
  • Managing your session
  • Processing search requests

Without these cookies, core functionality of our Service would not be available.

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Service by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us:

  • Count visits and traffic sources to measure performance
  • Identify which pages are most and least popular
  • Understand how visitors move around the site
  • Detect and diagnose technical issues
  • Test different versions of pages to improve user experience

All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and anonymous.

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as:

  • Remembering your search preferences and filters
  • Storing your selected country/region for search results
  • Remembering your display preferences (e.g., results per page)
  • Providing personalized content recommendations
  • Remembering if you've dismissed notifications or popups

If you disable these cookies, some features may not function properly.

2.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners to:

  • Build a profile of your interests
  • Show you relevant advertisements on other websites
  • Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
  • Limit the number of times you see an advertisement

These cookies do not store directly identifiable personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and device.

3How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • Authentication: To identify you when you log in and keep you logged in as you navigate the Service
  • Security: To protect your account and detect fraudulent activity
  • Preferences: To remember your settings, language preferences, and customization choices
  • Analytics: To understand how you use our Service and improve its performance
  • Functionality: To provide enhanced features like search history and saved filters
  • Marketing: To deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness
  • Research: To conduct research and testing to improve our Service

4Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may use various third-party services that set cookies on your device. These third parties include:

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and usage patterns. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about how visitors use our site.

Learn more about Google's privacy policy

Payment Processors (Stripe)

Our payment provider Stripe uses cookies to securely process payments and prevent fraud.

Learn more about Stripe's privacy policy

Advertising Partners

We may work with third-party advertising networks to display ads on other websites. These partners may use cookies to show you ads based on your browsing activity.

Social Media Platforms

If we integrate social media features (like share buttons), these platforms may set cookies to track your interaction with their features.

Please note that we do not control these third-party cookies. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third parties to understand their cookie practices.

5Cookie Duration

The length of time a cookie remains on your device depends on its type:

Session Cookies

These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They're used to maintain your session and remember your actions during a single browsing session.

Persistent Cookies

These remain on your device for a set period (ranging from a few days to several years) or until you manually delete them. They're used to remember your preferences across multiple visits.

Most of our cookies are session cookies or short-term persistent cookies (30-90 days). Some analytics and preference cookies may persist for up to 2 years.

6Managing and Controlling Cookies

You have several options to manage and control cookies:

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

  • View which cookies are stored on your device
  • Delete all or specific cookies
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Block all third-party cookies
  • Block all cookies entirely
  • Set cookies to be deleted when you close your browser

Here are links to cookie management guides for popular browsers:

6.3 Mobile Device Settings

On mobile devices, you can manage advertising identifiers and limit ad tracking through your device settings (iOS Settings - Privacy - Advertising, or Android Settings - Google - Ads).

Important Note: Blocking all cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our Service and may affect your overall experience.

7Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals.

At this time, our Service does not respond to DNT browser signals or similar mechanisms. However, you can still use the cookie management options described above to control tracking.

8Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.

9Questions About Cookies?

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Cookie Summary

Cookie TypePurposeCan Be Disabled?
Strictly NecessaryEssential site functionalityNo
Performance/AnalyticsUsage statistics and improvementsYes
FunctionalityEnhanced features and personalizationYes
Targeting/AdvertisingRelevant ads and marketingYes

By continuing to use BlackSheep Blog Finder, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy and consent to our use of cookies as described.