Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Printing TLDR uses cookies, localStorage, analytics, and similar tracking technologies across printingtldr.com and related newsletter pages.
Quick summary
- Essential cookies keep the website, login, and security functions working.
- Analytics cookies help improve content, tools, and site performance.
- Newsletter services may use tracking for subscriber management.
- You can manage cookies through your browser settings.
This cookie policy explains how Printing TLDR (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on printingtldr.com and newsletter.printingtldr.com. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this cookie policy. If you do not agree, adjust your browser settings or discontinue use.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites work efficiently and provide useful information to site owners.
Types of Cookies
- Session Cookies: Temporary — expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a defined period or until deleted.
- First-Party Cookies: Set by printingtldr.com directly.
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services such as analytics or newsletter platforms.
2. How We Use Cookies
Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are required for the website to function. These include security, session management, WordPress authentication, checkout, and account-related functionality. They cannot be disabled without affecting site operation.
Functional Cookies
Functional cookies enhance website functionality and personalisation. These may include stored preferences, language settings, form data, or interface preferences.
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with printingtldr.com, including page views, session duration, traffic sources, and content performance. This helps us improve the site, newsletter, tools, and editorial resources.
Marketing and Attribution Cookies
We may use UTM parameter tracking, conversion tracking for newsletter signups, and referral attribution stored in cookies or localStorage.
3. Specific Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| wordpress_logged_in_* | User authentication | Essential | Session |
| wordpress_sec_* | Security and authentication | Essential | Session |
| wp-settings-* | User preferences | Functional | 1 year |
| _ga | Google Analytics visitor tracking | Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics session tracking | Analytics | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics request throttling | Analytics | 1 minute |
| tldr_utm | Marketing attribution stored in localStorage | Marketing | Persistent |
Note on LocalStorage
We use localStorage to store UTM parameters for marketing attribution. Unlike cookies, localStorage data is not sent automatically with each request and remains on your device until manually cleared.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyse website traffic and user behaviour using aggregated or anonymous data where available.
- Provider: Google LLC
- Purpose: Website analytics and performance reporting
- Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
- Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on
Beehiiv Newsletter Platform
Our newsletter at newsletter.printingtldr.com is hosted on Beehiiv. When you subscribe or visit newsletter pages, Beehiiv may set cookies for subscriber tracking, email engagement, signup attribution, and newsletter performance measurement.
- Provider: Beehiiv, Inc.
- Purpose: Newsletter delivery, subscriber management, open/click tracking
- Privacy Policy: Beehiiv Privacy Policy
WooCommerce and Payment Processing
If you purchase a digital product through printingtldr.com, WooCommerce and payment providers may use cookies or similar technologies for cart management, secure checkout, fraud prevention, and payment processing.
- Purpose: Cart, checkout, payment processing, fraud prevention, and order completion
- Type: Essential and transactional
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
You can control and manage cookies through your browser. Most browsers allow you to view, delete, block, or accept cookies per site.
Important: Blocking essential cookies may affect site functionality, including account login, cart, checkout, and access to gated content.
How to Manage Cookies by Browser
- 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 → Manage and delete cookies
Opt Out of Analytics
- Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- Enable “Do Not Track” in your browser, where supported by services.
Clear LocalStorage
- Open your browser developer console.
- Go to the Application or Storage tab.
- Find Local Storage → printingtldr.com.
- Right-click and select Clear.
6. Do Not Track Signals
There is currently no universal industry standard for how Do Not Track signals should be interpreted. We do not specifically respond to DNT signals, but you can control cookies through your browser settings as described above.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this cookie policy periodically. When changes are made, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. Significant changes may also be communicated through the Printing TLDR newsletter.
8. Your Privacy Rights
For full details on how we collect, use, and protect personal data, read the Privacy Policy.
GDPR Rights for EU Visitors
If you are located in the European Economic Area, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data, and to withdraw consent for non-essential cookies where applicable.
CCPA Rights for California Visitors
California residents may request information about data collected via cookies, request deletion, and opt out of any sale of personal data. We do not sell personal data. Contact us at hello@printingtldr.com.
Questions About Cookies?
Email: hello@printingtldr.com
Website: printingtldr.com
Location: Köping, Sweden