Last Updated: February 25, 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Topic101 uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and deliver personalized content and advertisements.
How We Use Cookies
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website.
Examples:
- Session cookies to remember your preferences
- Security cookies to protect against fraudulent activity
- Load balancing cookies to ensure smooth website performance
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect information such as:
- Number of visitors to the site
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- How visitors arrived at the site (search engines, direct links, etc.)
- Geographic location (country, city)
- Device and browser information
This information is aggregated and anonymous. It helps us improve our website and provide better content.
Advertising Cookies
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on Topic101. These cookies help deliver relevant ads based on your interests and browsing behavior.
What advertising cookies do:
- Track which ads you've seen
- Limit how many times you see the same ad
- Measure ad effectiveness
- Deliver personalized advertisements
Social Media Cookies
Our website includes social media sharing buttons (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, etc.). These platforms may set cookies when you interact with these buttons or visit pages with embedded social media content.
These cookies allow social media platforms to:
- Track your browsing activity across different websites
- Build a profile of your interests
- Show you targeted advertisements on their platforms
Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser | Session |
| Persistent Cookies | Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them | Up to 2 years |
| First-Party Cookies | Set directly by Topic101 | Varies |
| Third-Party Cookies | Set by external services (Google Analytics, Google AdSense, social media) | Varies |
Third-Party Cookie Providers
Google Analytics
Provider: Google LLC
Purpose: Website analytics and performance tracking
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Opt-Out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Google AdSense
Provider: Google LLC
Purpose: Personalized advertising
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Opt-Out: Google Ads Settings
Social Media Platforms
Our social sharing buttons may set cookies from:
- Facebook: Cookie Policy
- Twitter: Privacy Policy
- LinkedIn: Cookie Policy
- Pinterest: Privacy Policy
How to Control Cookies
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete existing cookies
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Set cookies to be deleted when you close your browser
How to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting:
Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for responding to DNT signals. Topic101 does not currently respond to DNT signals.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of Topic101 may not function properly:
- You may need to re-enter information more frequently
- Some pages may not display correctly
- Personalized content and ads will not be available
- We won't be able to remember your preferences
Essential cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled without significantly impacting your experience.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We will notify you of any material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://topic101.com
By continuing to use Topic101, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy.