Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 15, 2026
1.Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Snap Decibel Meter ("we", "our", or "the Service") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit snapdecibelmeter.com.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. They help websites function properly, improve performance, and provide insights into how users interact with the site.
Snap Decibel Meter is designed with privacy in mind, and we minimize the use of cookies wherever possible.
2.What Cookies Are
Cookies are small data files placed on your device when you visit a website.
Cookies may be used to: remember user preferences, enable core website functionality, collect anonymous usage statistics, and improve website performance.
Cookies cannot execute programs or access other files on your device.
3.Types of Cookies We Use
Snap Decibel Meter uses a limited number of cookies and similar technologies, which may include the following categories.
Essential Cookies: Essential cookies are required for the website to function properly. These cookies enable basic functionality such as page navigation, secure connections (HTTPS), and loading and running the web application. The Service does not use a service worker for offline caching.
Analytics Cookies: We may use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors interact with the website. Analytics data may include: number of page views, general geographic region, browser and device type, and basic interaction events (such as starting the sound measurement tool). This information helps us improve the usability and performance of the website.
Analytics data collected by Google Analytics is aggregated and anonymized where possible and does not include: audio recordings, microphone input, sound measurements, or personally identifiable information.
Google Analytics may set cookies to distinguish between visitors and collect usage statistics. For more information about how Google handles analytics data, please refer to Google's Privacy Policy.
4.Google Analytics Cookies
Google Analytics may set cookies including but not limited to: _ga and _ga_* cookies.
These cookies are used to distinguish between visitors and collect aggregated statistics about website usage.
The information collected is used only for anonymous analytics and service improvement.
5.What We Do Not Use Cookies For
Snap Decibel Meter does not use cookies for advertising or tracking across websites.
Specifically, we do not use cookies for: targeted advertising, behavioral tracking, retargeting campaigns, cross-site user profiling, or selling user data.
Our goal is to maintain a privacy-respecting analytics setup.
6.Third-Party Cookies
Some analytics technologies used on the website may involve cookies set by third-party providers such as Google. These cookies are used solely for aggregated website analytics.
Snap Decibel Meter does not allow third parties to access microphone data, sound measurements, or any audio input from your device. All sound analysis performed by the tool occurs locally within your browser.
7.Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow users to control cookies through their browser settings.
You can typically: delete existing cookies, block certain cookies, and configure alerts when cookies are being set.
Disabling cookies may affect certain website functionality, including analytics measurement. For instructions on managing cookies, consult the help documentation for your browser.
8.Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, updates to analytics tools, or legal or regulatory requirements.
The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when this policy was last revised. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
9.Contact
If you have questions regarding this Cookie Policy or how Snap Decibel Meter uses cookies, you may contact us at snapdecibelmeter@gmail.com.