Cookies Policy

My website, kathywo.com (the “Website”), uses cookies to store or access information on your device or computer. Below, you’ll find more details about cookies and how they are utilized. Any data collected through cookies will be handled in compliance with my Privacy Policy. Please review the Cookies Policy on kathywo.com to stay informed!

If you choose not to allow the use of these cookies, you can disable them by following the guidance provided in this policy or by adjusting your browser settings to prevent cookies from my Website from being stored on your computer or mobile device.

Cookies are small text files that uniquely identify your browser or device. They are stored on your browser and allow websites to recognize your device when you revisit them or access other websites that utilize the same cookies. Cookies recognize or track visitors to a website and gather specific information about your usage of the website.

Categories of cookies

Cookies serve various purposes, such as enabling smooth navigation between pages, remembering your preferences, and enhancing the overall user experience. For instance, cookies can indicate whether you have visited the Website before or if you are a new visitor. They also help deliver advertisements that are more relevant to your interests.

There are several types of cookies, including:

• First-party cookies: These are set directly by my Website and placed on your computer or device.
• Third-party cookies: These are set by a third party on our behalf and placed on your device.

Cookies can stay on your device for varying durations. Some are session cookies, which exist only while your browser is open and are automatically deleted once you close it. Others are permanent cookies, which remain after your browser is closed. These cookies can be used by the Website to recognize your device when you reopen your browser and continue browsing the web.

The cookies can be categorized into four types:

• Essential cookies: These cookies are always enabled because they are essential for the functioning of my site and for ensuring security. Without these cookies, the services you expect cannot be provided. Depending on the type, the esential cookies remain on your computer or mobile device for anywhere from 30 minutes to 1 year.
• Functional cookies: These cookies store information about the choices you make and enable the delivery of relevant content while tailoring the website to your needs. This means that if you continue using the website or return to it, services can be provided according to your preferences. The functional cookies remember settings such as layout, text size, preferences, and colors; display information that you are logged in, and save accessibility options. Depending on the type, the functional cookies may remain on your computer or mobile device for the duration of a session, for 2-3 years, or permanently.
• Analytical cookies: The analytical cookies measure website traffic and usage data and analyze how users access, interact with, and experience the site. This helps to provide a better user experience while maintaining, managing, and continuously improving the website. These cookies allow us to: 1. Gain a better understanding of the visitors to improve how the content is presented. 2. Test different design concepts for specific pages, such as the homepage, 3. Collect information about visitors, such as their location and the browsers they use. 4. Determine the number of website users. 5. Enhancing the site by identifying and measuring any errors. 6. Conduct research and diagnostics to improve our product offerings. Depending on the type, the functional cookies may remain on your computer or mobile device only for the duration of a session or even up to 2-3 years.
• Targeting cookies: The targeting cookies are used to track user activity and sessions, which helps to understand their interests while browsing the content on the website. This enables to tailoring and delivery of more personalized services in the future. Depending on the type, the targeting cookies may remain on your computer or mobile device for the duration of a session, or even permanently.

The cookies on this Website are used to make sure you can use the site easily and enjoy it. Some of these cookies are essential and it is impossible to provide our service without them, but others can be turned off (depending on your device). However, depending on our device type, it may not be possible to delete or disable tracking mechanisms. Note that in some cases, declining cookies will impair the site functionality.

You can manage your cookie preferences by modifying your browser settings. Your browser allows you to: view which cookies are stored on your device; block cookies; and remove cookies from your browser.

Keep in mind that deleting cookies will erase any preferences you’ve set on a website, which may impact the functionality of the Website. As a result, I cannot guarantee that your experience will be as smooth as it could be.

If you want to change your preferences at any point (e.g. if you initially accepted all cookies but later decided to block certain types), you’ll need to adjust your browser settings to remove cookies stored in previous visits.

For more information on managing cookies in the most popular browsers, please refer to the links below:

• Google Chrome – Manage Cookies in Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox – Manage Cookies in Firefox
• Microsoft Edge – Manage Cookies in Microsoft Edge
• Safari – Manage Cookies in Safari