Cookie Policy
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember information about your visit, such as your login status or display preferences. We also use similar technologies like local storage and session storage for certain functionality.
2. Categories of cookies we use
2.1 Strictly necessary Required
These cookies are essential for the website and platform to function. They cannot be disabled without breaking core functionality.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
bks_session | Maintains your authenticated session | Session |
bks_csrf | CSRF protection token | Session |
bks_consent | Stores your cookie consent choice | 1 year |
2.2 Functional Optional
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They are set with your consent.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
bks_prefs | Remembers UI preferences (sidebar state, theme) | 6 months |
bks_lang | Stores your language preference | 1 year |
2.3 Analytics Optional
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve it. All analytics data is aggregate and anonymised.
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_bks_analytics | Blocks (first-party) | Anonymous page view tracking | 30 days |
2.4 Marketing Optional
These cookies may be used to display relevant advertising and track conversions. We do not currently use advertising cookies, but this section will be updated if that changes.
We do not currently set any marketing cookies.
3. Your choices
When you first visit blocksdiy.org, a banner at the bottom of the page gives you the choice to:
- Accept all: Enables all cookie categories including analytics
- Essential only: Strictly necessary cookies only; analytics and functional cookies are not set
You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your bks_consent cookie (your browser settings → cookies → blocksdiy.org → delete) and refreshing the page. The banner will reappear.
4. How to control cookies in your browser
You can configure your browser to refuse all cookies or to alert you when cookies are being set. Note that disabling strictly necessary cookies will prevent you from logging in to the platform. Instructions for common browsers:
5. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will update the “last updated” date at the top. Continued use of the site after an update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
6. Contact
Questions about this Cookie Policy:
Blocks
Email: [email protected]
Sarona Tower, 121 Menachem Begin Rd, Tel Aviv 6701203, IL
See also our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.