Cookie Policy
How we use cookies and tracking technologies on Turner Frown
Last updated: December 2024
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience and understand how you use our site.
Important: Turner Frown is a personal platform sharing Josh's experiences. We use cookies responsibly and only for essential website functionality and basic analytics.
Types of Cookies We Use
🍪 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled.
- Session management and security
- Basic website functionality
- User preferences and settings
Duration: Session or up to 1 year
📊 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it.
- Google Analytics (anonymous usage data)
- Page performance and user behavior
- Website improvement insights
Duration: Up to 26 months
⚙️ Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences to enhance your experience.
- Language and region preferences
- Cookie consent choices
- User interface customizations
Duration: Up to 1 year
Detailed Cookie Information
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year | Essential |
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 24 hours | Analytics |
| _gat | Google Analytics - throttles request rate | 1 minute | Analytics |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that we use to enhance functionality:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. This helps us improve the content and user experience.
- Anonymous usage statistics
- Page performance metrics
- User behavior insights
These third-party services have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We encourage you to review them for more information.
Cookie Consent and Control
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies: Including analytics and preference cookies
- Accept essential only: Only necessary cookies for website functionality
- Customize preferences: Choose which types of cookies to accept
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our footer or by clearing your browser cookies.
Managing Cookies in Your Browser
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Here's how to access cookie settings in popular browsers:
Chrome
Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox
Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Edge
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality and user experience.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Essential Cookies Disabled
Website may not function properly, login issues, preferences not saved
Analytics Cookies Disabled
We won't be able to improve the website based on usage patterns
Preference Cookies Disabled
Your settings and preferences won't be remembered between visits
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.
We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Contact: Josh (Turner Frown)
Email: [josh@turnerfrown.co.uk]
Website: turnerfrown.co.uk
You can also learn more about cookies at allaboutcookies.org