At The Locked Chapter, we strive to create a safe and personalized digital environment. This Cookie Policy describes the different types of cookies we use, the reasons for their use, and how you can make informed decisions about them.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files that websites store on your device when you visit. They help the website remember your actions and preferences over time, such as login details, theme selection, or items in your shopping cart.

There are typically two types of cookies:

• Session cookies: These are active during a single browsing session and are deleted when the browser is closed.
• Persistent cookies: These remain stored on your device for a specified period to retain settings and preferences.

Cookies may originate from our website (first-party) or from other providers integrated with our services (third-party).

2. How We Use Cookies

Cookies are used to:

• Maintain secure and uninterrupted access to our website features.
• Remember your choices to improve usability.
• Analyze site usage to enhance performance and design.
• Deliver targeted promotions based on your browsing behavior.
• Enable integration with third-party content and platforms.

3. Types of Cookies We Employ

A. Necessary Cookies
These cookies enable essential website operations. They allow you to log in securely, manage your account, and maintain consistent performance during navigation. Disabling them could break key site features.

B. Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies help us monitor site traffic, track visitor paths, and diagnose potential issues. We use anonymized data to understand trends and make informed decisions about future improvements.

C. Functional Cookies
Functional cookies retain information about your preferences, such as language, timezone, or accessibility settings. They help make the website more tailored to your needs.

D. Targeting and Advertising Cookies
Primarily set by external services, these cookies enable interest-based advertising by tracking browsing history. They also allow us to assess which ads perform best and reduce redundant ad displays.

4. Third-Party Technologies

We integrate services from external providers, including:

• Google Analytics for usage tracking
• Meta (Facebook) Pixel for ad targeting
• LinkedIn Insights for engagement measurement
• YouTube and Vimeo for video content

Each provider operates under its own privacy policy. We recommend reviewing their policies for more information on how they use data.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You are in control of your cookie settings. You can:

• Use our on-site banner to set your cookie preferences.
• Adjust browser settings to delete or block cookies.
• Explore industry tools such as the Digital Advertising Alliance for opting out of targeted advertising.

Be aware that restricting certain cookies may limit functionality and personalized content.

6. Policy Changes

We may revise this policy as our services evolve or regulations change. Please review this page periodically to stay informed of any updates.

7. Get in Touch

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how your data is used, you can reach us at:

• 📧 [email protected]
• 📞 +079252143