Cookie Policy
Last Updated: September 11, 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences, analyzing how you use our site, and improving our services.
This Cookie Policy explains how Tarot Reading uses cookies and similar technologies, and your choices regarding these technologies.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly.
Examples:
- Session management and security
- Load balancing and performance
- Remembering your cookie preferences
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (essential for service operation)
2.2 Analytics Cookies
Purpose: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
Examples:
- Google Analytics
- Page views and user behavior tracking
- Performance monitoring
Legal Basis: Consent (where required) or legitimate interest
2.3 Functional Cookies
Purpose: Remember your preferences and provide enhanced features.
Examples:
- Language preferences
- Theme settings (dark/light mode)
- Tarot card reading history (stored locally)
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest
2.4 Marketing Cookies
Purpose: Track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements.
Examples:
- Social media pixels
- Retargeting cookies
- Third-party advertising networks
Legal Basis: Consent
3. Specific Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours | Analytics |
| _gat | Google Analytics - throttles request rate | 1 minute | Analytics |
| tarot_preferences | Stores user preferences and settings | 1 year | Functional |
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie consent choices | 1 year | Essential |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:
Google Analytics
Provides website analytics and insights
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Social Media Platforms
For social sharing features and embedded content
Each platform has its own privacy policy
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
5.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you ' ll see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your preferences
5.2 Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings:
Chrome
Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox
Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Edge
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable certain cookies, some features may not work properly:
- Essential Cookies: The website may not function correctly
- Functional Cookies: You may lose personalized settings
- Analytics Cookies: We can't improve our services based on usage data
- Marketing Cookies: You may see less relevant advertisements
7. Local Storage and Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we use:
Local Storage
Stores your tarot reading history and preferences locally in your browser
- Card readings and results
- Saved questions and notes
- User interface preferences
Session Storage
Temporary storage that clears when you close your browser
Web Beacons/Pixels
Small images used for analytics and tracking purposes
8. GDPR and Privacy Compliance
Our cookie practices comply with:
- GDPR: EU General Data Protection Regulation
- ePrivacy Directive: EU Cookie Law
- CCPA: California Consumer Privacy Act
- PECR: UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the " Last Updated " date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Subject: Cookie Policy Inquiry
You can manage your cookie preferences using the "Cookie Settings" button located at the bottom left of any page on our website.
📍 Look for the "Cookie Settings" button in the bottom-left corner of your screen to modify your preferences at any time.