Last Updated: February 2026
Like most websites, MoneyPantry uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to help the site work properly and to understand how people use it. This page explains exactly what cookies are, which ones we use, and how you can control them.
If you have broader questions about your privacy, please see our full Privacy Policy.
What Is a Cookie?
A cookie is a small text file that a website stores on your device (computer, phone, or tablet) when you visit. Cookies help the site remember things about your visit, like your preferences or whether you’ve been here before, so you don’t have to start from scratch every time.
Cookies are not programs and cannot carry viruses. They simply hold small pieces of information that make your browsing experience smoother.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential / Site Management Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function. Without them, things like page navigation and form submissions won’t work correctly. Because they’re essential, they cannot be turned off. But they don’t collect any personal information about you.
2. Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors find and use MoneyPantry, which articles are most helpful, where traffic comes from, and how we can improve the experience. Google Analytics collects anonymized, aggregated data only. It does not identify you personally.
If you’d prefer to opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
3. Advertising Cookies
We display ads through Google AdSense to help fund the site and keep all our content free. Google and its advertising partners use cookies to show ads that may be relevant to you based on your browsing history. We do not control which specific ads appear.
You can opt out of personalized advertising at any time by visiting Google’s Ad Settings or the Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out Tool.
4. Personalization Cookies
These cookies recognize you when you return to the site and remember your preferences (such as display settings). They help us tailor your experience over time.
5. Security Cookies
Security cookies help us detect and prevent fraud, unauthorized access, and other security risks. They authenticate users and protect data from unauthorized parties.
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some features on MoneyPantry (such as embedded content, social sharing buttons, or affiliate links) may place cookies from third-party companies on your device. These third parties have their own cookie and privacy policies, which we encourage you to review. We do not control these cookies, but most can be managed or disabled in your browser settings.
Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use web beacons (also called pixel tags). These are tiny invisible images embedded in pages or emails that help us track page views and email opens. They collect limited information such as the time and date of a visit. Web beacons cannot be declined directly, but you can limit their use by controlling the cookies they depend on.
How to Control Cookies
Most browsers accept cookies automatically, but you can change your browser settings to refuse or delete them at any time. Here’s where to find those settings in the most common browsers:
Please be aware that disabling cookies may affect how some parts of MoneyPantry work. Certain features or preferences may not be saved between visits.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy from time to time as our tools or legal requirements change. When we do, we’ll update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Continued use of the site after any changes means you accept the updated policy.
Questions?
If you have any questions about how we use cookies or how to manage them, feel free to reach out:
Money Pantry Media LLC
14940 Afshari Cir
Florissant, MO 63034
United States
Email: satrap@moneypantry.com
You can also read our Privacy Policy, Advertising Disclosure, Ethics Policy, and FAQ for more detail on how MoneyPantry handles your data, earns revenue, and operates. Or read the About page to learn who runs this site and why.
This page was last reviewed and updated: February 2026. MoneyPantry is operated by Money Pantry Media LLC, Florissant, MO.
