COOKIES NOTICE
1. INTRODUCTION
This website uses cookies and similar technologies to operate the site, improve functionality, and understand how visitors use it. Essential cookies are required for the site to work. All other cookies (including analytics, marketing, and embedded media) are non-essential and will only be set with your explicit consent.
This policy explains:
- What cookies are
- Which cookies we use
- How you can manage or withdraw your consent
- Which third-party providers may set cookies when their content is used
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us through the details in our Privacy Policy.
2. WHAT ARE COOKIES?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember certain information, provide features, and sometimes allow third-party services to function.
Cookies may collect information such as:
- your device and browser details
- session information
- how you interact with pages and embedded content
Cookies do not usually identify you directly, but they can be linked to identifiers such as your IP address or browsing activity.
There are several types of cookies:
Essential Cookies
Required for the site to operate (e.g., navigation, page display, shopping cart, security). These do not require consent.
Non-Essential Cookies
Used for analytics, marketing, embedded media, or tracking. These require your consent before they load.
Session Cookies
Deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent Cookies
Remain on your device for a set period.
3. Cookies I Use
My website uses essential cookies to ensure the site functions properly, and non-essential cookies only when you give consent.
Essential / Functional Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are required for the website to work. They include:
- Shopping cart or checkout cookies (e.g., Stripe checkout functionality)
- Contact form or submission cookies
- Basic site functionality cookies (navigation, load balancing, preferences needed for security or operation)
These cookies do not require consent under UK law.
List of Essential Cookies I Use
Cookie: sid_1221125
Duration: session
Description: Maintains secure sessions
Cookie: uid_1221125
Duration: session
Description: Supports site security and abuse prevention
Cookie: _GRECAPTCHA
Duration: 6 months
Description: Google Recaptcha service sets this cookie to identify bots to protect the website against malicious spam attacks
Cookie: rc::a
Duration: never expires
Description: This cookie is set by the Google recaptcha service to identify bots to protect the website against malicious spam attacks.
Cookie: rc::b
Duration: session
Description: This cookie is set by the Google recaptcha service to identify bots to protect the website against malicious spam attacks.
Cookie: rc::c
Duration: session
Description: This cookie is set by the Google recaptcha service to identify bots to protect the website against malicious spam attacks.
Cookie: cookieyes-consent
Duration: 1 year
Description: CookieYes sets this cookie to remember users' consent preferences so that their preferences are respected on their subsequent visits to this site. It does not collect or store any personal information of the site visitors.
Non-Essential Cookies (Consent Required)
Non-essential cookies are only activated if you choose to allow them in the cookie banner or preference panel. These include cookies set by third-party providers that supply media players, subscription tools, analytics, or embedded features.
List of Non-Essential Cookies I Use
Analytics Cookies
Cookie: guid
Category: Analytic Cookies
Provider: Google
Duration: session
Description: Google sets this cookie to store a unique user identifier that helps track user behaviour and preferences across website visits.
Purpose: Collects information about how visitors use the website, such as page views and traffic sources, to help improve the site and content. The data is aggregated and used for statistical purposes only. Activated only after consent.
Important:
These services will not load or place cookies unless you have agreed to non-essential cookies via the cookie banner or settings panel.
4. MANAGING OR WITHDRAWING CONSENT
You are in control of your cookie preferences.
Cookie Banner / Settings Panel
You can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or manage your preferences at any time using the cookie settings link available at the bottom of each page.
Browser Controls
You can also block or delete cookies through your browser settings. Instructions vary by browser—please refer to your browser’s Help section.
Please note: Blocking essential cookies may prevent some parts of the site from working correctly.
5. THIRD-PARTY POLICIES
For more information on how these providers use cookies and personal data, please refer to their privacy policies:
- YouTube / Google: https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies
- Bandcamp: https://bandcamp.com/privacy
- Substack: https://substack.com/privacy
- Stripe: https://stripe.com/privacy
6. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY
I may update this Cookie Policy from time to time, especially if I add new features, embeds, or third-party services. Please check this page periodically for updates.
Last Updated: 17th December 2025