Cookie Policy
Effective date: August 19, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how theornelian.com (the “Site”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly and provide analytics about how visitors use the site.
2. Cookies We Use
- Essential cookies: required for core site functionality (e.g., navigation, security).
- Analytics cookies: the Site is hosted on WordPress.com and uses Jetpack Stats, which sets cookies to measure site traffic and visitor behavior (via Automattic).
- Subscription cookies: if you subscribe to updates, a cookie may be used to remember your subscription status.
- Social/embed cookies: if the Site embeds content (e.g., video, social posts), the third-party provider of that content may set its own cookies.
3. Your Choices
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. Where required by law, we will request your consent before setting non-essential cookies.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third parties (e.g., Automattic/WordPress.com/Jetpack) as part of hosting and analytics services. These parties’ use of cookies is governed by their own privacy and cookie policies.
5. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. The “Effective date” above reflects the most recent revision.
6. Contact Us
Questions about this policy can be sent via the Connect page or to theornelian@gmail.com.
This document is a general template and does not constitute legal advice. Review with a qualified attorney before publishing.
