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Cookie Policy
Which cookies and similar technologies bbasalama.com uses, and how you can control them.
1. What cookies are
Cookies are small text files a website stores in your browser. Similar technologies, such as pixels and local storage, work in the same way. This policy explains which ones bbasalama.com uses and how you can control them. For how we handle personal data in general, see our Privacy Policy.
2. The cookies we use
Strictly necessary
Needed for the site to work and to remember your cookie choices. These cannot be switched off.
Analytics (only with your consent)
Help us understand which pages are read and how visitors find the site.
Marketing (only with your consent)
Measure visits from social media and let us show relevant ads about the books on those platforms.
Functional
Power features you choose to use, such as the email sign-up form and the chat assistant.
| Name | Provider | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| wordpress_test_cookie, wp-settings-* | bbasalama.com (WordPress) | Necessary | Check that cookies work; remember settings for logged-in editors | Session to 1 year |
| comment_author_* | bbasalama.com (WordPress) | Functional | Remember your name and email if you choose when commenting | About 1 year |
| [consent tool cookie] | bbasalama.com | Necessary | Remember your cookie choices | [duration] |
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics | Analytics | Count visits and distinguish visitors | Up to 2 years |
| _fbp | Meta | Marketing | Measure visits from Facebook and Instagram and ad performance | 3 months |
| ck_subscriber_id | Kit (ConvertKit) | Functional | Recognise that you have already signed up | Up to 1 year |
| Chat session data | Chatbase | Functional | Keep your chat conversation while you browse | Session or browser storage |
Cookie names and durations are set by these providers and can change. [Check this list against your cookie consent tool’s scan before publishing.]
3. Google Fonts
The site loads its typefaces from Google Fonts. This sends your IP address to Google so the fonts can be delivered. Google Fonts does not set cookies.
4. How to control cookies
- On this site: use the cookie banner when you first visit, or the “Cookie settings” link in the footer, to accept or refuse analytics and marketing cookies at any time.
- In your browser: you can block or delete cookies in your browser settings. Blocking necessary cookies may stop parts of the site from working.
- Opt-out tools: Google offers a Google Analytics opt-out add-on, and you can manage ad preferences in your Facebook and Instagram settings.
5. Changes and contact
We will update this policy when the cookies we use change. Questions: info@bbasalama.com.