Last updated: 15 May 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) to store information about your browsing activity. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how you interact with the site.
2. How We Use Cookies
I use cookies only for essential technical purposes and basic analytics. My goal is to understand how my site performs, not to track you across the internet. I do not use marketing or advertising cookies.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot disable these cookies while using the site.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
I use a minimal, privacy-friendly analytics setup (e.g., Google Analytics with anonymized IPs) to count visits and see which pages are most popular. This helps me improve my website content for visitors like you.
4. Third-Party Cookies
My website uses services provided by other companies, which may place cookies:
| Service | Purpose | Privacy Link |
|---|---|---|
| Web3Forms | Handles contact form submissions. Does not store tracking cookies. | Web3Forms Privacy |
| Google Analytics | Analyzes site traffic in an anonymized, privacy-friendly mode. | Google Privacy |
5. Your Consent Choices
When you first visit my website, you will see a cookie banner asking for your permission to enable analytics cookies.
- If you Accept: I will load the analytics scripts to understand site usage.
- If you Decline: I will place only the strictly necessary cookies that make the site work. No analytics will run.
You can change your mind at any time. You can adjust your preferences by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of the website, or by clearing your browser cache.
6. Managing Cookies in Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can choose to block all cookies (including essential ones), but please note that blocking essential cookies may cause parts of the website to stop working correctly.
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security
7. Contact
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact me at: astrola.studio@outlook.com.