This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Pen To Paper Writers Limited uses them on our website and mobile application, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to site owners.
We also use similar technologies such as local storage and session storage to store preference data (for example, your dark/light mode setting) directly in your browser.
2. Cookie Categories We Use
We group cookies into four categories. You can manage your preferences for each category through our cookie consent banner or your browser settings.
Essential Cookies
Always ActiveThese cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function. They cannot be disabled. They include session management, authentication tokens, and security cookies.
| Cookie / Key | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| next-auth.session-token | Keeps you logged in during your session | Session / 30 days | First-party |
| next-auth.csrf-token | Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks | Session | First-party |
| cookieConsent | Stores your cookie consent preferences (localStorage) | Persistent | First-party |
Analytics Cookies
OptionalThese cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website — which pages are visited most, how long users stay, and where they come from. This helps us improve our content and user experience.
| Cookie / Key | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics — stores session state | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
| _gid | Google Analytics — distinguishes users (short-term) | 24 hours | Third-party (Google) |
Marketing Cookies
OptionalThese cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track the performance of marketing campaigns. They may be set by us or by third-party advertising partners.
| Cookie / Key | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel — tracks conversions from Facebook ads | 3 months | Third-party (Meta) |
| fr | Facebook — delivers and measures ad relevance | 3 months | Third-party (Meta) |
Preference Cookies
OptionalThese cookies remember your settings and personalisation choices so you don't have to re-enter them each visit.
| Cookie / Key | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| theme | Remembers your dark/light mode preference (localStorage) | Persistent | First-party |
| cartItems | Stores your shopping cart contents between sessions | Session | First-party |
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services we use. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies:
- Google Analytics — Google Privacy Policy
- Meta (Facebook) — Meta Privacy Policy
- Google Maps (used on our contact page) — Google Privacy Policy
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner allows you to accept all cookies, accept essential cookies only, or customise your preferences by category. You can revisit your preferences at any time by clearing your browser's local storage and refreshing the page.
Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete existing cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all third-party cookies
- Clear all cookies when you close the browser
Note: Disabling essential cookies will affect the functionality of our website, including your ability to log in and access your library.
Browser cookie settings guides:
Opt Out of Analytics
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
5. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our services. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our website. The date at the top of this page indicates when it was last updated.
6. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Pen To Paper Writers Limited