AnySearch Cookie Policy

Version: v1.3 Publication Date: OCT 28, 2026 Effective Date: OCT 28, 2026

This Cookie Policy (hereinafter referred to as “this Policy”) explains how AnySearch (anysearch.com, hereinafter referred to as “this Website”) uses cookies and similar technologies to collect and process your information. This Policy forms an integral part of the AnySearch Privacy Policy. Matters not addressed in this Policy are governed by the AnySearch Privacy Policy.

I. WHAT ARE COOKIES

Cookies are small text files that a website stores in your browser when you visit it. Cookies enable a website to remember your preferences, login status, and other information, thereby providing a better experience upon subsequent visits.

In addition to cookies, we may use the following similar technologies (hereinafter collectively referred to as "Cookies and Similar Technologies"):

II. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE

We classify cookies into the following four categories based on their purpose:

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the website and cannot be disabled. They are typically set in response to your specific actions (such as logging in or filling out forms).

Legal basis: Necessary for providing the service you have requested (no separate consent required under the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance). Payment-security cookies set by Stripe fall within this category and are listed in Section III (Third-Party Cookies and SDKs).

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies are used to remember your preference settings and provide a personalized experience. The website remains usable if these are disabled, but some features may be limited.

Legal basis: Your explicit consent.

2.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use this website so that we can improve website performance and user experience. The data collected is aggregated and does not identify you personally.

Data we collect through analytics cookies and tracking SDKs includes:

• Page views (PV) and unique visitors (UV);
• Page dwell time and bounce rate;
• User navigation paths and feature usage frequency;
• Interaction behaviors such as button clicks and form submissions;
• Conversion funnel data (key milestones: registration, Key creation, first API call, etc.);
• Traffic sources (search engines, external links, direct access);
• Device type, screen resolution, browser type and version;
• Approximate geographic location (city level, based on IP address).

Special Note: For our global user base, we primarily use Google Analytics and other compliant international tracking services. For users from the European Economic Area (EEA), we block all non-essential cookies and tracking scripts by default until you explicitly click "Accept (Opt-in)" through the cookie banner.

Analytics and advertising-conversion tools are loaded only after a clear, specific, and withdrawable opt-in consent. The tools may include Google Analytics, Google Ads conversion tracking, Meta/Facebook Pixel, and Twitter/X Ads tags. They may process page URLs, referring pages, device and browser information, event timestamps, button or page interactions, advertising clicks, and conversion information. Unless separate consent is obtained, we do not send internal user IDs, email addresses, telephone numbers, API Keys, queries, or search results.

These data may be transferred to countries or regions where the providers operate. The actual retention period on a third-party platform is governed by that provider’s privacy policy and account settings. AnySearch must not describe third-party platform data as being deleted within 24 hours unless a verifiable deletion mechanism exists.

Legal basis: Your explicit consent.

2.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used for measuring advertising effectiveness and conducting remarketing. We currently use the following marketing-related technologies:

Special Note: We do not use cookie data to display personalized advertisements to you. Marketing cookies are used solely for measuring channel effectiveness and helping us optimize promotional strategies.

Legal basis: Your explicit consent.

III. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES AND SDKs

Our website integrates the following third-party services, which may set their own cookies or collect data through SDKs:

Note: For the advertising, analytics, and tracking services listed above, where required by applicable law, we will load the relevant Cookies, SDKs, Pixels, or other tracking technologies only after obtaining the user's applicable consent. Users may withdraw or modify such consent at any time through the website's Cookie/Privacy Settings. Data processing by these third-party providers remains subject to their respective privacy policies and applicable laws.

IV. TRACKING DATA COLLECTION STATEMENT

4.1 What Is Tracking

Tracking refers to the embedding of data collection code at key points in web pages or applications that automatically reports event data when users trigger specific behaviors. We use tracking to understand product usage and continuously improve the user experience.

4.2 Tracking Events We Collect

4.3 Principles for Processing Tracking Data

• Data Minimization: Only behavioral data necessary for product improvement is collected; input box content, chat records, and other private information are not collected;
• Masking: All fields that may contain sensitive information (such as API Keys, query content) are masked or removed before reporting;
• Aggregated Analysis: Tracking data is used in aggregated statistical form and is not used for individual user behavioral profiling;
• Separate Storage: Tracking data is stored separately from your account information and associated only through anonymous identifiers;
• Periodic Deletion: Raw tracking events stored in AnySearch-controlled systems are retained for no longer than 24 hours and are then deleted. Aggregated statistics may be retained only where they cannot identify an individual and cannot be re-associated with an account, query, or API Key. Data retained by Google, Meta, X, or other third parties is not directly controlled by AnySearch, and the applicable retention period must be disclosed in the consent interface or this Policy.

4.4 Restrictions on Transmitting Identifiers to Analytics and Advertising Platforms

We do not transmit internal user IDs or other direct identifiers to Google, Meta, X, or other analytics or advertising platforms. If session distinction is strictly necessary, we may use only a short-lived random session identifier that is not linked to an account, API Key, query content, or personal data. We will not enable User-ID features or place internal user IDs in URLs, event parameters, custom dimensions, or advertising-conversion parameters.

V. HOW YOU MANAGE COOKIES

5.1 Cookie Preference Settings

We provide a cookie preference management tool. On your first visit, a pop-up window will offer clear and easy-to-select options: ‘Accept All’, ‘Reject Non-Essential Cookies’ and ‘Manage Settings’. For non-essential cookies or similar technologies that require prior consent under the law, we will not regard pre-selected options, closing the pop-up window, continuing to browse or failing to make a selection as consent. In regions where prior consent is required by law, Google Analytics, Google Ads, Meta/Facebook Pixel, Twitter/X Ads and other non-essential analytics, advertising or tracking technologies will only be loaded once you have actively selected the relevant categories. Should you refuse or withdraw your consent, we will cease further collection of the relevant data, block any related events that have not yet been transmitted, and, to the extent technically feasible, delete any cookies set by AnySearch that are no longer necessary. With regard to data already received by third parties, we will process requests for deletion, restriction of processing or opt-out in accordance with our agreements with those third parties and applicable law. Refusing or withdrawing consent for non-essential cookies does not affect core functions such as login, account security, payment or services already purchased. You may withdraw or adjust your choices at any time via the ‘Cookie Settings’ link at the bottom of the page. Upon withdrawal, we will cease further collection of the relevant data, block any related events that have not yet been transmitted, and, to the extent technically feasible, delete any cookies set by AnySearch that are no longer necessary. For data already received by third parties, we will process requests for deletion, restriction of processing or opt-out in accordance with our agreements with those third parties and applicable law. Withdrawal of consent does not affect processing carried out prior to withdrawal on the basis of valid consent.

5.2 Browser Settings

You may also manage cookies through your browser settings. Below are cookie management guides for major browsers:

5.3 Opting Out of Third-Party Analytics Tracking

You may opt out of data collection by specific third parties through the following means:

5.4 Impact of Disabling Cookies

VI. DO NOT TRACK (DNT) AND GLOBAL PRIVACY CONTROL (GPC)

To the extent required by applicable law, we recognise and respect the Global Privacy Control (GPC) or other legally recognised universal opt-out preference signals sent by browsers. Upon receipt of a valid signal, we will cease the sale of personal data, the sharing of data for cross-context behavioural advertising, and the processing of data for targeted advertising as defined by applicable law, in respect of the browser or device sending that signal. The GPC does not affect the provision of services explicitly requested by the user, security protection, identity authentication, fraud prevention, or other strictly necessary processing. For analytics or advertising technologies that require prior consent under applicable law, the GPC does not replace our cookie consent mechanism; we will still not load these technologies unless the user has given valid consent. If you are logged in, and where required by applicable law or where we are able to reasonably identify the relevant account, we will associate the opt-out choice with that account; otherwise, the choice will generally apply only to the browser or device sending the signal. You may need to reset your preferences after clearing your browser data, using a different browser or switching devices. There are currently no uniform global legal or technical standards for ‘Do Not Track’ (DNT) signals. We will handle such signals in accordance with the law where applicable legislation confers legal effect upon them; in other circumstances, you may still manage your preferences via your cookie settings or the applicable privacy request channels.

VII. CROSS-BORDER DATA TRANSFERS

7.1 When using Google Analytics, your anonymized browsing data may be transmitted to Google servers located in the United States. We have implemented the following measures to protect your data:

• IP anonymization (anonymize_ip) is enabled; Google will not record your full IP address;

• Google Signals are disabled; no cross-device tracking is performed;

• Data retention period is set to 14 months, with automatic deletion upon expiration.

  7.2 Data collected by our proprietary tracking SDK is stored within the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and is not subject to cross-border transfer. If cross-border transfer of data outside Hong Kong is involved in the future, we will comply with the requirements of the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance and relevant guidelines, adopt appropriate safeguards, and obtain your explicit consent.

VIII. COOKIE DATA RETENTION PERIODS

IX. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY

9.1 We may amend this Policy from time to time in response to business changes, technological updates, or legal and regulatory requirements.

9.2 The amended Policy will be published on this page with the "Effective Date" at the top updated. For material changes (such as new cookie types or third-party services, or significant changes in the purposes, means, or scope of data processing), we will re-obtain your explicit consent through website pop-ups, email, or other appropriate means.

9.3 We recommend that you periodically review this Policy to stay informed of our latest cookie usage practices.

X. CONTACT US

If you have any questions regarding this Cookie Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us through the following means:

• Email: support@anysearch.com
• Cookie Settings Page: https://www.anysearch.com/legal?type=cookie