Cookie Policy
Last updated: September 7, 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website (epicthread.site). They help us provide you with a better browsing experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you interact with our content.
Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage, which serve similar purposes in enhancing your experience on our website.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for several purposes:
- To ensure our website functions properly and securely
- To remember your preferences and settings
- To understand how visitors use our website
- To improve our content and user experience
- To remember your cookie consent preferences
- To provide personalized content recommendations
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
Duration: Session or until browser is closed
Purpose: Security, navigation, form functionality
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences, language settings, and region. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use.
Duration: Up to 12 months
Purpose: Preferences, personalization, user experience
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and content based on user behavior patterns.
Duration: Up to 24 months
Purpose: Website analytics, performance improvement
Consent Cookies
These cookies remember your cookie preferences and consent choices. They ensure that we don't repeatedly ask for your consent and respect your privacy choices.
Duration: 30 days
Purpose: Remember consent preferences, privacy compliance
Third-Party Cookies
Our website may contain embedded content or services from third parties, which may set their own cookies. We do not control these third-party cookies. Common third-party services include:
- Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): For faster loading of stylesheets and scripts
- Font Services: For custom typography and enhanced readability
- Analytics Services: For understanding website performance and user behavior
- Social Media Platforms: For embedded content and social sharing features
These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We encourage you to review their policies to understand how they use your information.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View what cookies have been set and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies from being set
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Cookie Consent Management
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie notice that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Decline non-essential cookies
- Learn more about our cookie practices
Your choice is remembered for 30 days. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies, which will cause the consent notice to appear again.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you can disable cookies, doing so may affect your experience on our website:
Essential Cookies Disabled:
Some website functions may not work properly, including forms, navigation, and security features.
Functional Cookies Disabled:
Your preferences won't be remembered, and you may need to re-enter information on each visit.
Analytics Cookies Disabled:
Your visit won't be tracked, which may limit our ability to improve the website based on user feedback.
Cookie Lifespan and Storage
Cookies have different lifespans depending on their purpose:
Session Cookies
Deleted when you close your browser
Short-term
Stored for 30 days or less
Long-term
Stored for up to 24 months
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify you through our website or email if you're subscribed
- Request new consent if required by law
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Contact Us About Cookies
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Website: epicthread.site
Response Time: We typically respond within 24-48 hours
When contacting us about cookies, please include details about your browser, device type, and the specific issue you're experiencing for faster assistance.