Cookie Policy
Last updated: September 13, 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
How We Use Cookies
Joy Alicia's website uses cookies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze how you use our website to improve our services
- Provide personalized content and experiences
- Ensure the security and proper functioning of our website
- Remember your cookie consent preferences
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Security cookies: Help protect against fraud and maintain website security
- Functionality cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website's performance and user experience.
- Google Analytics: Tracks website usage, visitor behavior, and performance metrics
- Performance cookies: Monitor website speed and functionality
Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to show you relevant advertisements and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
- Social media cookies: Enable sharing on social platforms
- Advertising cookies: Help deliver relevant advertisements
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. These may include:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance tracking
- Social Media Platforms: For social sharing functionality
- Email Marketing Services: For newsletter signup and email campaign tracking
- Form Processing Services: For contact form functionality
These third parties may use cookies to track your activities across different websites. Please refer to their respective privacy policies for more information.
Cookie Duration
Cookies on our website have different lifespans:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (typically 1 month to 2 years)
- Consent cookies: Remember your cookie preferences for up to 1 year
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of specific tracking services:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Digital Advertising Alliance: Consumer Choice Tool
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly, including:
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Form functionality (contact forms, newsletter signup)
- Personalized content and recommendations
- Website analytics and performance monitoring
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Email: joythyology@gmail.com
- Website: joyalicia.com