Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 2025. This policy explains how kirkcopywriting.com uses cookies.

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your device when you visit. They allow the site to remember information about your visit, which can make it easier to visit again or make the site more useful to you.

2. Cookies we use

Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are required for the site to function. They cannot be disabled. They include:

  • Session state: Preserving form data and checkout progress during your visit.
  • Security: Used by PHP to maintain session integrity.

Functional cookies

These cookies remember choices you make to improve your experience:

  • kirk_cookie_consent: Stores your cookie consent preference (stored in localStorage, not a traditional cookie). Retained for 12 months.

Analytics cookies (with consent only)

If you accept cookies, we may use privacy-respecting analytics to understand how visitors use the site. This does not involve sharing your data with advertising networks. No cross-site tracking takes place.

Third-party cookies

Stripe may set cookies during the checkout process as part of their fraud prevention and session handling. These are governed by Stripe's cookie policy, available at stripe.com/cookies-policy.

3. How to manage cookies

You can control cookie preferences in several ways:

  • Our cookie banner: When you first visit the site, you can accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your choice at any time by clearing your browser's localStorage for this domain.
  • Browser settings: All major browsers allow you to view, manage, and delete cookies. Consult your browser's help documentation for instructions.
  • Third-party opt-outs: For Stripe-related cookies, see Stripe's own privacy controls.

Disabling strictly necessary cookies may prevent parts of the site from functioning correctly, including the checkout process.

4. Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. This site does not currently respond to DNT signals, but we do not engage in cross-site behavioural tracking regardless.

5. Contact

Questions about our use of cookies: hello@kirkcopywriting.com