Cookie Policy

Last updated: March 1, 2025

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide information to website owners, and enhance your browsing experience.

2. How We Use Cookies

Mossy Shadow uses cookies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Improve website functionality and performance
• Analyze how visitors use our website
• Provide personalized content and experiences
• Remember your cookie consent preferences

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled without affecting the basic functionality of our website.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
cookie_consent	Stores your cookie consent preferences	1 year
session_id	Maintains your session during website visit	Session

3.2 Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
_analytics_id	Tracks website usage and performance	2 years
page_views	Counts page visits for analytics	30 days

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personal features.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
user_preferences	Remembers your website preferences	1 year
language_preference	Stores your language selection	1 year

3.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
marketing_id	Tracks user behavior for advertising	90 days
ad_preferences	Stores advertising preferences	1 year

4. Cookie Duration

4.1 Session Cookies

These temporary cookies are deleted when you close your browser and are used to maintain your session during your visit.

4.2 Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them. They help us recognize you as a returning visitor.

5. Third-Party Cookies

Our website may also use third-party cookies from:

• Social Media Platforms: To enable social media sharing features
• Analytics Providers: To analyze website traffic and user behavior
• Advertising Networks: To display relevant advertisements

These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie practices, which we encourage you to review.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Accept only necessary cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences

6.2 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Site Settings > Cookies
• Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings > Site Permissions > Cookies and Site Data

6.3 Opting Out

You can opt out of specific types of cookies:

• Analytics: Use browser "Do Not Track" settings
• Marketing: Visit advertiser opt-out pages
• Social Media: Adjust privacy settings on social platforms

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may affect your website experience:

• Some features may not function properly
• Personalization will be limited
• You may need to re-enter information repeatedly
• Website performance may be affected

8. Cookie Security

We implement security measures to protect cookie data:

• Encryption of sensitive cookie data
• Secure transmission over HTTPS
• Regular security audits and updates
• Limited cookie lifespan to reduce exposure

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Displaying a notice on our website
• Sending email notifications for major changes

10. Legal Basis for Cookie Use

Under UK and EU privacy laws, we use cookies based on:

• Consent: For non-essential cookies, we obtain your explicit consent
• Legitimate Interest: For essential cookies necessary for website functionality
• Legal Obligation: Where required by law for certain types of data processing

11. International Transfers

Some cookies may involve international data transfers. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place and comply with applicable data protection laws.

12. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through cookies. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the information immediately.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

14. Data Protection Authority

If you have concerns about our cookie practices, you can contact the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):

Information Commissioner's Office
Wycliffe House
Water Lane
Wilmslow
Cheshire SK9 5AF
Tel: 0303 123 1113
Website: www.ico.org.uk