Cookie Policy

Last updated: September 10, 2025

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, which can make your next visit easier and more useful.

How We Use Cookies

BookGather uses cookies for several purposes:

  • Essential cookies: Required for the website to function properly
  • Performance cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
  • Functional cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
  • Marketing cookies: Show you relevant advertisements

Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They include authentication, security, and basic functionality cookies.

Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website, which pages are most popular, and how we can improve the user experience.

Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences, such as your location, language, and other customizable elements of the website.

Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies, including:

  • Payment processors (Stripe) for secure transactions
  • Analytics providers (Google Analytics) for website statistics
  • Social media platforms for sharing functionality
  • Advertising networks for relevant advertisements

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

  • Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings
  • Cookie banner: Use our cookie preference center when prompted
  • Opt-out tools: Many advertising networks provide opt-out mechanisms

Note: Disabling certain cookies may impact the functionality of our website and your user experience.

Browser-Specific Instructions

To manage cookies in popular browsers:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

Cookie Retention

Different cookies are stored for different periods:

  • Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies: Remain until their expiration date or you delete them
  • Our cookies: Generally expire between 30 days and 2 years

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any significant changes.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our Cookie Policy, please contact us at privacy@bookgather.com.