TestGrind Cookie Policy
Effective date: February 23, 2026
Version: 4.0
Notice
This policy describes cookies and related technologies used in TestGrind SAT services, including consent management controls.
1. What this policy covers
This policy explains how we use cookies, local storage, and similar technologies on www.testgrind.com, and how you can control optional categories.
2. Consent controls
Where required by law, we request consent before activating non-essential categories. You can accept all, reject non-essential categories, or customize preferences. Preferences are stored in ctt_consent (typically 180 days).
3. Cookie categories
| Category | Description | Legal basis (where applicable) |
|---|---|---|
| Necessary | Required for authentication, security, fraud prevention, and core operation. | Strictly necessary / legitimate interest / contract |
| Analytics | Measures product usage and performance in aggregate form. | Consent (where required) |
| Advertising | Supports campaign measurement and ad-related features. | Consent (where required) |
| Personalization | Enables personalized content/embedded experiences. | Consent (where required) |
4. Common cookies and storage keys
| Name | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
sessionid |
Session | Maintains authenticated session state. |
csrftoken |
Up to 12 months | Protects requests against CSRF attacks. |
messages |
Session | Temporary UI notifications. |
ctt_consent |
180 days | Stores your consent preferences and policy version. |
5. Google Consent Mode v2
Where configured, consent categories map to Google Consent Mode v2 signals, including analytics_storage, ad_storage, ad_user_data, and ad_personalization.
6. Third-party technologies
Some services may involve third-party technologies, such as Stripe checkout and embedded media players. Third parties may set their own cookies under their own legal documentation.
7. Browser and device controls
You can block or delete cookies through browser settings. Disabling necessary cookies may reduce or break key features such as login persistence and account security controls.
8. How to change preferences
You can reopen cookie preferences at any time from the cookie controls available in the site interface and footer areas.
9. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy when legal requirements or technology practices change. The latest version is always published on this page with the effective date.
10. Contact
Cookie/privacy requests: [email protected].