Cookie Policy
Last updated 08/24/2026
This page explains how WhoReallyOwnsIt uses cookies and similar storage on https://whoreallyownsit.com/. For everything else we collect, see the Privacy Policy.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We also use similar tools such as browser local storage (for scan history and your cookie choices).
2. Consent
When you first visit, we show a banner. You can change or withdraw that choice anytime with Cookie settings in the footer.
3. Types of cookies we use
| Category | Purpose | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Core site functions such as security, captcha, and session management. | Always active |
Right now we only use essential cookies. No analytics, marketing, or extra functional cookies.
4. Cookies we set
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
PHPSESSID |
First-party | Captcha and form security | Session |
wmi_install_prompt |
First-party | Remembers that we already asked you to install the app, so the prompt only appears once a week | 7 days |
5. Similar technologies
| Name | Where | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
whomadeit_scan_history |
Local storage | Recent scans on this device so you can reopen them |
cookiePrefs-v2 |
Local storage | Your cookie preference choice |
6. How to control cookies
- Use Cookie settings in the footer on every page.
- Block or delete cookies in your browser. See allaboutcookies.org.
- Clear scan history on the History page to remove that local storage on this device.
7. Contact
Questions: info@whoreallyownsit.com. More in the Privacy Policy.