Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 1, 2026
What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device by websites that you visit. They are widely used in order to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, serve personalized content, and analyze our traffic. Below is a detailed breakdown of the types of cookies we deploy on our site.
| Category | Cookie Name / Identifier | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | storyshelves_cookie_consent |
Stores your preference regarding cookie consent so you are not prompted repeatedly. | 1 Year |
| Essential | csrf_token |
Protects contact form submissions against Cross-Site Request Forgery attacks. | Session |
| Analytics | _ga |
Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users and measure site interactions. | 2 Years |
| Analytics | _gid |
Used by Google Analytics to group user behavior across multiple pageviews. | 24 Hours |
| Functional | ui_mode |
Remembers user interface preferences (if applicable). | 30 Days |
Managing and Opting Out of Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie rights by setting your preferences in our Cookie Consent Banner upon your first visit. You can also amend your web browser controls to accept or refuse cookies.
If you choose to reject cookies, you may still use our website though your access to some functionality and areas of our website may be restricted. As the means by which you can refuse cookies through your web browser controls vary from browser to browser, you should visit your browser's help menu for more information.
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data.
- Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
- Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Block all cookies.
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies and site data.