{"id":249,"date":"2026-02-10T17:46:27","date_gmt":"2026-02-10T17:46:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/everylmage.com\/blog\/cookie-policy-eu\/"},"modified":"2026-03-17T20:29:41","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T20:29:41","slug":"cookie-policy-eu","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/everylmage.com\/blog\/cookie-policy-eu\/","title":{"rendered":"Cookie Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>What Are Cookies?<\/h2>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently and provide information to the site owners.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Cookies can be:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><strong>First-party cookies<\/strong> (set by us)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><strong>Third-party cookies<\/strong> (set by external services)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">They may also be:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><strong>Session cookies<\/strong> (deleted when you close your browser)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><strong>Persistent cookies<\/strong> (stored until they expire or are deleted)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<div contenteditable=\"false\"><hr \/><\/div>\r\n<h2>2. Why We Use Cookies<\/h2>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">We use cookies for several purposes, including:<\/p>\r\n<h3>a) Strictly Necessary Cookies<\/h3>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">These cookies are essential for the Website to function properly. They enable core features such as security, page navigation, and access to secure areas.<\/p>\r\n<h3>b) Performance &amp; Analytics Cookies<\/h3>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting anonymous information such as:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Pages visited<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Time spent on pages<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Traffic sources<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">This helps us improve the performance and usability of our blog.<\/p>\r\n<h3>c) Functionality Cookies<\/h3>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as preferences or region) to provide a more personalized experience.<\/p>\r\n<h3>d) Advertising &amp; Marketing Cookies<\/h3>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">These cookies may be used to:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Deliver relevant ads<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Track browsing habits across websites<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">We may use third-party services for this purpose.<\/p>\r\n<div contenteditable=\"false\"><hr \/><\/div>\r\n<h2>3. Third-Party Cookies<\/h2>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">We may allow third-party service providers to place cookies on your device for:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Analytics (e.g., website traffic analysis)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Advertising networks<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Social media integrations<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review.<\/p>\r\n<div contenteditable=\"false\"><hr \/><\/div>\r\n<h2>4. How You Can Control Cookies<\/h2>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies.<\/p>\r\n<h3>a) Cookie Consent Banner<\/h3>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">When you first visit our Website, you will be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Accept all cookies<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Reject non-essential cookies<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Customize your preferences<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3>b) Browser Settings<\/h3>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">View cookies<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Delete cookies<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Block cookies entirely<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.<\/p>\r\n<h3>c) Opt-Out Tools<\/h3>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">You can opt out of certain third-party cookies via:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Industry opt-out platforms<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Advertising preferences tools<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<div contenteditable=\"false\"><hr \/><\/div>\r\n<h2>5. Legal Basis (GDPR Compliance)<\/h2>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">If you are located in the United Kingdom or European Economic Area (EEA), we rely on:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><strong>Consent<\/strong> for non-essential cookies (analytics, marketing)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><strong>Legitimate interest<\/strong> for strictly necessary cookies<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">You may withdraw your consent at any time.<\/p>\r\n<div contenteditable=\"false\"><hr \/><\/div>\r\n<h2>6. Data Retention<\/h2>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Cookies are stored for varying durations depending on their purpose:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Session cookies expire when you close your browser<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Persistent cookies remain until expiration or deletion<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">We regularly review cookie durations to ensure compliance with applicable laws.<\/p>\r\n<div contenteditable=\"false\"><hr \/><\/div>\r\n<h2>7. Updates to This Policy<\/h2>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Changes in legal requirements<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Updates to our services<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Changes in cookie usage<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised \u201cLast updated\u201d date.<\/p>\r\n<div contenteditable=\"false\"><hr \/><\/div>\r\n<h2>8. Contact Us<\/h2>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, you can contact us at:<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><strong>Email:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:support@everyimage.com\">support@everyimage.com<\/a><br \/><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/everyimage.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/everyimage.com<\/a><\/p>\r\n<div contenteditable=\"false\"><hr \/><\/div>\r\n<h2>9. Cookie List (Example)<\/h2>\r\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Below is a sample of cookies we may use:<\/p>\r\n<table>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th>Cookie Name<\/th>\r\n<th>Purpose<\/th>\r\n<th>Duration<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>_session_id<\/td>\r\n<td>Maintains user session<\/td>\r\n<td>Session<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>_ga<\/td>\r\n<td>Google Analytics tracking<\/td>\r\n<td>2 years<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>_gid<\/td>\r\n<td>Google Analytics tracking<\/td>\r\n<td>24 hours<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>cookie_consent<\/td>\r\n<td>Stores user consent preferences<\/td>\r\n<td>1 year<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<div contenteditable=\"false\"><hr \/><\/div>\r\n<p>By continuing to use our Website, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What Are Cookies? 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