Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy for Car Data Index, what cookies we set, why, and how to manage or withdraw your consent.
Last updated: January 2026.
This Cookie Policy explains how cardataindex.com uses cookies and similar technologies.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help sites function, remember preferences and measure usage.
Cookies we use
Strictly necessary - cookie_consent, stores your consent choice so the banner does not reappear. Duration: 12 months - cdi_admin, session cookie for site administrators only. Duration: session/7 days
Analytics (Google Analytics 4) - _ga, _ga_ container, distinguish visitors and measure aggregate usage statistics. Duration: up to 24 months. Set only after you consent to analytics cookies
Advertising (Google AdSense) - Google and its partners may set cookies (e.g. to limit how often you see an ad, measure ad performance, and, where consented, personalize advertising). See the Privacy Policy for opt-out links including Ads Settings and aboutads.info/choices
Managing your consent
The consent banner appears on your first visit. You can change or withdraw consent at any time by clearing this site's cookies in your browser and reloading, the banner will reappear. Most browsers also let you block or delete cookies globally through settings.
Consequences of refusal
Refusing non-essential cookies will not break the site: specifications, guides and the VIN decoder remain fully available. Some features (usage measurement, personalized ads) simply remain inactive.
For more on how we handle personal data, see our Privacy Policy.