Cookie Policy — Usage & Controls
Learn how eMINDy uses cookies to improve accessibility, analytics, and performance. Manage your preferences anytime with full control over what data you share.
We use cookies to make your experience calm, smooth, and secure — and you’re always in control of what we collect.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.
They help us remember your preferences, measure performance, and improve accessibility.
At eMINDy, we only use cookies that are essential for functionality and anonymous analytics.
Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Keep your language and accessibility preferences saved
- Help pages load faster and smoother
- Understand anonymous usage patterns (to improve calm experience)
- Protect the site from spam and security threats
We never use cookies to collect sensitive or personally identifiable information.
Types of Cookies We Use
| Type | Purpose | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Required for site functionality | Login sessions, language preference |
| Performance Cookies | Help us measure site performance | LiteSpeed Cache, Google Lighthouse metrics |
| Analytics Cookies | Provide anonymous usage data | Independent Analytics (self-hosted) |
| Functional Cookies | Enhance usability | Remember form inputs, accessibility mode |
| Third-Party Cookies | Only when you interact with embeds | YouTube Lyte, social share buttons |
Cookie Control & Consent
You can review or change your cookie preferences anytime.
Options Available:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize preferences
The cookie banner appears on first visit and respects your choice.
To change settings:
Click “Cookie Preferences” in the footer at any time.
Third-Party Services
We keep third-party integrations minimal and privacy-focused.
Currently used (as of Nov 2025):
- Independent Analytics — self-hosted, anonymous analytics
- YouTube Lyte — privacy-enhanced video embedding
- Polylang — language preference cookie (
pll_language) - LiteSpeed Cache — performance optimization (non-personal data)
None of these tools store personal identifiers like names or emails.
Managing Cookies in Your Browser
You can manage or delete cookies directly through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Site Permissions → Cookies and site data
Data Protection and Privacy
For detailed information on how we protect your data, please visit our Privacy Policy →.
All data collection follows GDPR, CCPA, and global privacy principles — centered on transparency and user control.
Last Updated
This Cookie Policy was last updated on November 2025.
Future updates will be reflected here with version notes.