Introduction
This cookie policy explains what cookies and similar technologies we use on the WebOustaou website, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember your preferences and improve your experience.
We use session cookies (temporary) and persistent cookies (stored for a defined period), as well as local storage where relevant (e.g. for theme or consent).
How we use cookies and storage
We use cookies and local storage to operate the site, remember your choices (theme, language, cookie consent), and, where you have agreed, for analytics.
Data we store in your browser
This site may use the following. You can manage preferences via our cookie banner or your browser settings.
- Cookie consent preferencesCookie and/or local storage — To remember your cookie choices (necessary, analytics, functional). Up to 1 year.
- Theme preferenceLocal storage — To remember your light, dark or system theme. Until you clear site data.
- Authentication (future service)Cookie (HttpOnly, secure when used) — To keep you signed in when using the WebOustaou service (when available). As defined when the service is in place.
- Language / localeURL path and/or cookie — To show content in your preferred language. Session or as set.
Strictly necessary
These are essential for the website to function (e.g. security, basic operation). They cannot be disabled.
Session or up to 1 year as needed
Analytics
These help us understand how visitors use the site (e.g. pages viewed, traffic). They are used only with your consent.
Up to 2 years depending on the tool
Functional
These enable enhanced functionality and personalisation (e.g. theme, language, consent memory).
Up to 1 year or until you clear data
Marketing
If we use marketing cookies in the future, they would be used only with your consent for advertising or campaign measurement.
As per the relevant tool
Third-party cookies and services
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies or similar technologies:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics (or similar): if you accept analytics cookies, to analyse traffic and usage.
- Google Maps: Google Maps: only if we add map features; may set its own cookies.
- Social Media: Social platforms: may set cookies if you interact with social buttons or content we embed.
Managing your choices
You can manage cookies and similar technologies in the following ways:
Browser settings
Most browsers let you control cookies in their settings. Examples:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions
On this website
You can change your cookie preferences at any time using our cookie consent banner or the link in the footer.
If you disable or refuse cookies
If you block or disable certain cookies, some features (e.g. remembered theme, analytics) may not work, and your experience may be different.
Changes to this policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top of the page will be revised accordingly.
Contact
For any question about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact:
Email: contact@alexyroman.com