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Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, which cookies ronyroy.com uses, and how you can control them. It should be read alongside the Privacy Policy.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function correctly, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website owners. Cookies can be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them).
2. What cookies does ronyroy.com use?
ronyroy.com is a personal portfolio and blog site. It does not run advertising networks, social media tracking pixels, or analytics platforms such as Google Analytics. The cookies present on the site fall into the following categories:
2.1 Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They include:
- WordPress session and security cookies (e.g. wordpress_logged_in, wp-settings) — these are only set for logged-in users (i.e. the site administrator) and are not set for regular visitors
- PHPSESSID or equivalent server session cookies that manage your session while browsing
Strictly necessary cookies do not require your consent under PECR.
2.2 Functional / preference cookies
Elementor (the page builder used on this site) may set cookies to support certain interactive page elements. These are functional in nature and do not track you across other websites.
2.3 Third-party cookies — LinkedIn
The Latest section of the homepage may load content from LinkedIn. If this content loads, LinkedIn may set its own cookies and collect information in accordance with its privacy policy. These are third-party cookies over which I have no direct control.
2.4 Newsletter (forthcoming)
When the newsletter feature is launched, the platform used (e.g. a mailing list provider) may set additional cookies. This policy will be updated at that time.
3. Cookie summary
| Source | Category | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress | Strictly necessary | Site administration and security (admin only) |
| Elementor | Functional | Page builder functionality |
| Third-party | Embedded content and activity feed |
4. How to control cookies
4.1 Cookie consent banner
A cookie consent banner is displayed on your first visit to this site, allowing you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Your preference will be saved and respected on subsequent visits.
4.2 Browser settings
You can also control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to view, block, or clear cookies. Please note that blocking cookies may affect the functionality of this and other websites.
5. Changes to this Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated as the website evolves. Any significant changes will be reflected with a revised "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
6. Contact
If you have any questions about cookies on ronyroy.com, please contact hello@ronyroy.com.