🍪 Cookie Policy
Effective Date: March 15, 2026 | Last Updated: March 15, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how WynITSoul uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on wynitsoul.com and how you can control them.
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 work efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners. Cookies can be “session cookies” (deleted when you close your browser) or “persistent cookies” (remain on your device for a set period or until deleted).
We also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, local storage, and session storage which function similarly to cookies.
2. Categories of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are set in response to actions you take such as logging in, filling in forms, or security settings.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| wordpress_logged_in_* | WordPress login authentication | Session |
| wordpress_sec_* | WordPress secure authentication | Session |
| wp-settings-* | WordPress user preferences (admin) | 1 year |
| PHPSESSID | PHP session management | Session |
| cky-consent | Cookie consent preference storage | 1 year |
2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources to measure and improve site performance. All data is aggregated and anonymised.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics | Distinguish users, track page views and sessions | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguish users (short-term) | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttle request rate | 1 minute |
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation such as remembering your preferences and language settings.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cf_chl_* | Cloudflare security challenge | Session / 30 mins |
| __cf_bm | Cloudflare bot management | 30 minutes |
| __cfruid | Cloudflare routing | Session |
2.4 Marketing and Targeting Cookies
These cookies are set by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show relevant ads. We use these only with your explicit consent.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| IDE | Google / DoubleClick | Ad personalisation and conversion tracking | 1 year |
| _fbp | Meta (Facebook) | Facebook advertising and analytics | 3 months |
| li_fat_id | LinkedIn Insight Tag conversion tracking | 1 month |
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Please refer to the respective third-party privacy policies:
- Google Analytics: policies.google.com/privacy
- Cloudflare: cloudflare.com/privacypolicy
- Meta / Facebook: facebook.com/policy.php
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy
4. How to Manage Cookies
4.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept, reject, or customise cookie categories. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our website footer.
4.2 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. Instructions vary by browser:
- 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
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
4.3 Opt-Out Tools
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Interest-Based Ads: Your Online Choices (EU) or aboutads.info
5. Do Not Track
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature. Currently there is no universal standard for responding to DNT signals. We do not currently change our data collection practices in response to DNT signals, but we respect your right to manage cookies via the mechanisms above.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our services. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
7. Contact
Questions about our use of cookies: [email protected]
See also our full Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.