Cookie Policy

David Martin – Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how I use cookies and similar technologies on my website. It should be read together with my Privacy Policy.

By using my website, you agree that cookies may be placed on your device as described below.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember preferences, and understand how visitors use the site.

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)
  • Persistent cookies (remain until they expire or are deleted)
  • First‑party cookies (set by our website)
  • Third‑party cookies (set by services such as WordPress.com)

3. Cookies We Use

My website is hosted on WordPress.com, which may place cookies for the following purposes:

a. Essential Cookies

These are required for the website to function, including:

  • page navigation
  • security features
  • basic site operations
  • remembering cookie preferences

You cannot turn off essential cookies.

b. Performance and Analytics Cookies

These help me understand how visitors use the site, such as:

  • pages visited
  • links clicked
  • time spent on pages
  • browser and device information

This information is anonymous and used to improve our content.

c. Functional Cookies

These support features such as:

  • remembering your preferences
  • enabling comments
  • displaying embedded content (e.g., maps, videos)

d. Third‑Party Cookies

Some cookies may be set by:

  • WordPress.com / Automattic
  • Jetpack (if enabled)
  • Embedded media providers (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo)

These providers may collect usage data according to their own privacy policies.

4. Managing Cookies

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • block cookies
  • delete existing cookies
  • receive alerts before cookies are stored

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect how my website functions.

5. Changes to This Policy

I may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on my website.

6. Contact Me

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please email davidmartin227@outlook.com