Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 13, 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They allow websites to remember your preferences and activity across multiple visits. Cookies can be set by the website you visit (first-party cookies) or by third-party services used by that website (third-party cookies).
Cookies serve various purposes: maintaining login sessions, remembering user preferences, improving functionality, and in some cases, enabling third-party services to provide fraud prevention and other features.
Cookies We Use
TimeToBuyBitcoin.com uses only essential and functional cookies. The following table describes each cookie:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| session | Stores session token for authenticated users. Required to keep you logged in. | Browser session or server-side expiration | First-party, httpOnly, Secure, SameSite=Lax |
| preview_used | Tracks whether an anonymous user has already used the free preview feature. Value: "1" | 30 days | First-party, SameSite=Lax |
| theme | Stores your light/dark mode preference for consistent visual appearance across sessions. | Browser session or longer (per user preference) | First-party, client-side |
Cookie Security
Our session cookie is marked as httpOnly and Secure, which means:
- httpOnly: The cookie cannot be accessed by JavaScript, protecting it from certain types of attacks.
- Secure: The cookie is only transmitted over encrypted HTTPS connections, not over unencrypted HTTP.
- SameSite=Lax: The cookie is not sent with cross-site requests (except for top-level navigation), protecting against CSRF attacks.
Third-Party Cookies
TimeToBuyBitcoin.com integrates with the following third-party services, which may set their own cookies:
Stripe (Payment Processing)
Service: Stripe, Inc.
Cookies: Stripe may set cookies during the checkout and payment flow to provide fraud detection, payment processing, and security features.
Purpose: To process payments securely and detect fraudulent transactions.
Stripe's Cookie Policy: https://stripe.com/en-gb/privacy
Google Fonts
Service: Google LLC
Cookies: Google Fonts may set cookies for font caching and optimization purposes.
Purpose: To cache fonts locally and improve page load performance.
Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Analytics & Tracking
TimeToBuyBitcoin.com does NOT use:
- Google Analytics or any other analytics cookies
- Tracking pixels or web beacons
- Remarketing or retargeting cookies
- Behavioral advertising cookies
We do not collect analytics data about your browsing behavior, page visits, or user interactions. This means we have minimal insight into how users navigate our site, but it also means we prioritize your privacy.
How to Manage Cookies
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can typically:
- View all cookies stored on your device
- Delete specific cookies
- Block new cookies from being set
- Block third-party cookies
- Enable "Do Not Track" requests
Important: Disabling functional cookies (such as the session cookie) may prevent you from logging in or using certain features of TimeToBuyBitcoin.com.
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data
Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. TimeToBuyBitcoin.com respects DNT signals to the extent feasible. Since we do not use analytics or tracking cookies, your DNT preference has minimal impact on our site, but we acknowledge and respect this privacy preference.
GDPR & ePrivacy Compliance
For users in the European Union and European Economic Area, TimeToBuyBitcoin.com complies with:
- GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation): We minimize cookie usage and do not use analytics cookies that would constitute unnecessary personal data processing.
- ePrivacy Directive: Essential cookies (session, theme preference) are used without explicit consent, as they are necessary for the service to function. The preview_used cookie and third-party cookies (Stripe, Google Fonts) are functional in nature.
If you have privacy concerns or questions, please contact us at [email protected].
Legitimate Interest
We rely on the legal basis of "legitimate interest" for functional cookies like preview_used and theme. Our legitimate interests include:
- Providing core functionality and a better user experience
- Preventing abuse of free preview features
- Maintaining website performance and security
Changes to This Cookie Policy
TimeToBuyBitcoin.com may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or applicable laws. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or privacy practices, please contact:
Bela Varga
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (940) 603-1770
Website: https://timetobuybitcoin.com