Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 19, 2026
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites store in your browser when you visit them. They allow the site to remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.
2. What cookies does MacroGuia use?
We classify cookies into the following categories:
2.1 Technical cookies (necessary)
These are essential for the website to function. They do not require consent.
| Cookie | Provider | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| theme | MacroGuia | 1 year | Save light/dark mode preference |
| macroguia-cookies | MacroGuia | 1 year | Remember your cookie choice |
2.2 Analytics cookies
These help us understand how users browse the site in order to improve their experience.
| Cookie | Provider | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | 2 years | Distinguish unique users |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | 2 years | Maintain session state |
| _gid | Google Analytics | 24 hours | Distinguish users |
| _gat | Google Analytics | 1 minute | Throttle request rate |
Google Analytics anonymizes your IP address before storing it. More info about Google Analytics.
2.3 Advertising cookies
Used to show relevant ads based on your interests.
| Cookie | Provider | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| NID | Google AdSense | 6 months | Personalize ads on Google sites |
| AEC | Google AdSense | 6 months | Prevent ad spam and fraud |
| CONSENT | 2 years | Store consent status | |
| __gads | Google AdSense | 13 months | Measure ad interactions |
3. Legal basis
Technical and necessary cookies are installed without prior consent. For analytics and advertising cookies, we request your informed consent through the cookie banner shown on your first visit.
4. How to manage cookies?
You can manage or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings:
Please note that disabling cookies may cause some website features to not work correctly (for example, the dark/light theme preference).
5. International transfers
Google cookies may transfer data to servers located outside the European Economic Area. Google complies with Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission to ensure an adequate level of data protection.
6. Updates to this policy
MacroGuia may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for legal reasons. We recommend reviewing it periodically.
7. More information
For more information on how we handle your personal data, see our Privacy Policy.
For any questions about cookies, write to hola@macroguia.es.
You may also lodge a complaint with the Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) at www.aepd.es.