Cookie Policy
Darwon Letters — Last updated: 1 January 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function correctly, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to site owners about how visitors use their sites.
This Cookie Policy explains which cookies Darwon Letters uses on darwon.info, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences at any time. By continuing to use this website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
2. Categories of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies (Always Active)
Essential cookies are required for the website to function. They cannot be disabled because the site would not work correctly without them. They do not collect any personally identifiable information.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 12 months |
| session_id | Maintains your session while browsing | Session |
2.2 Analytics Cookies (Require Consent)
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website. The data collected is aggregated and anonymous — it does not identify individual visitors. These cookies are only placed if you have accepted analytics cookies via the consent banner.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users for analytics purposes (Google Analytics) | 2 years |
| _ga_[ID] | Maintains analytics session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes users across sessions | 24 hours |
2.3 Third-Party Embedded Content (Require Consent)
The contact page embeds a Google Maps map. When the map loads, Google may set cookies on your device in accordance with Google's own cookie and privacy policies. These cookies are only active if you have consented to functional or analytics cookies. You can review Google's cookie practices at policies.google.com/technologies/cookies.
3. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit darwon.info, a cookie consent banner appears at the bottom of the page. You can choose to:
- Accept All: enables all cookie categories including analytics and embedded content cookies.
- Accept Selected: enables only the categories you have explicitly selected.
- Essential Only: enables only strictly necessary cookies required for the site to function.
You can revisit your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of any page on this website.
You can also manage or block cookies directly through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functioning of some parts of this website. Instructions for managing cookies in common browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
4. Opt-Out of Analytics
If you have consented to analytics cookies and wish to withdraw that consent, you can do so at any time by clicking "Cookie Settings" in the footer and selecting "Essential Only".
You can also opt out of Google Analytics across all websites you visit by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout. This does not affect your use of this site in any other way.
5. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be reflected by updating the date at the top of this page. Significant changes will be communicated via the cookie consent banner so that you can review and re-confirm your preferences if required.
6. Contact
For questions about this Cookie Policy or about how Darwon Letters handles personal data more broadly, refer to our Privacy Policy or contact us directly: