Cookie Policy

Last updated: December 2024

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and enabling certain functionality.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes:

  • Essential website functionality
  • Remembering your language preferences
  • Improving website performance
  • Analyzing website usage
  • Personalizing your experience

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled.

  • Session management
  • Security features
  • Language preferences

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website.

  • Google Analytics
  • Page views and user behavior
  • Performance metrics

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.

  • User preferences
  • Customized content
  • Remembering form data

Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to:

  • View and delete cookies
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Block all cookies
  • Receive notifications when cookies are set

Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you can choose which cookies to accept. You can change your preferences at any time.

Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:

  • Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance monitoring
  • Payment Processors: Secure payment processing
  • Social Media: Social sharing and integration features
  • Customer Support: Live chat and support functionality

Cookie Retention

Different cookies are stored for different periods:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain for a set period (typically 30 days to 2 years)
  • Essential Cookies: Stored for the duration of your session
  • Analytics Cookies: Typically stored for 2 years

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

Email: privacy@dearstory.com

Phone: +1 (555) 123-STORY

Address: 123 Story Lane, Creative District, CA 90210