This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how www.rodneydickson.com uses them, and the choices available to you. This Policy is incorporated into and forms part of our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, tablet, or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function properly, improve efficiency, and provide information to the website owner. Cookies may be "session cookies" (which expire when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a set period or until deleted).
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies for the following purposes:
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Required for the Site to function. These cannot be disabled as they are essential for navigation and basic features. | Session |
| Analytics / Performance | Help us understand how visitors interact with the Site by collecting anonymized data (e.g., pages visited, time on site). We may use Google Analytics or equivalent tools for this purpose. | Up to 2 years |
| Functional | Remember your preferences (e.g., language, display settings) to improve your experience on return visits. | Up to 1 year |
| Third-Party / Embedded | Set by third-party services embedded in the Site (e.g., social media share buttons, embedded video players, gallery widgets). We do not control these cookies. Please refer to the relevant third party's cookie policy. | Varies by provider |
3. Third-Party Cookies
Certain features or content on the Site may be provided by third parties who may set their own cookies on your device. These third parties include, without limitation, Google (Analytics), Vimeo or YouTube (embedded video), and social media platforms. We do not control these cookies and encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties directly.
4. Your Choices
Browser Settings. Most web browsers allow you to refuse, accept, or delete cookies through their settings. The process for doing so varies by browser; please consult your browser's help documentation. Be aware that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Site.
Opt-Out Tools. You may opt out of Google Analytics data collection by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Do Not Track. Some browsers transmit "Do Not Track" signals. The Site does not currently respond to such signals, as there is no universally agreed-upon standard for their interpretation.
5. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our data practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to check this page periodically.
6. Contact Us
Questions about this Cookie Policy should be directed to:
Greenpoint, Brooklyn, New York
Email: rodneydickson1@aol.com
Website: www.rodneydickson.com/contact