THE ADAPTATION ARCHIVE — LEGAL

Cookie Policy

Last updated: 22 May 2026

Site: TheAdaptationArchive.com

Contact: theadaptationarchive@gmail.com

This Cookie Policy explains how TheAdaptationArchive.com uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit this Site. By continuing to use the Site, you consent to the use of cookies as described here.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to site owners. Cookies do not give us access to your device or any information beyond what they are set to track.

2. Cookies This Site Uses

a) Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are required for the Site to function. They cannot be disabled without affecting core Site functionality.

Session cookies: maintain your session as you navigate the Site
Security cookies: help protect against cross-site request forgery

b) Analytics Cookies

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the Site. This helps us improve content and navigation.

_ga — identifies unique users. Expires after 2 years.
_gid — identifies unique users per session. Expires after 24 hours.
_gat — used to throttle request rate. Expires after 1 minute.

Google Analytics data is anonymised and does not identify you personally. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking at: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

c) Affiliate & Third-Party Cookies

When you click an Amazon affiliate link on this Site, Amazon may place cookies on your device. These are governed by Amazon’s own Cookie Policy. We do not control these cookies.

d) Preference Cookies

If you interact with any preference settings on the Site (such as dismissing a notice), a cookie may be set to remember that choice for your next visit.

3. How to Control Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

Browser settings: most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. See your browser’s help documentation for instructions.
Google Analytics opt-out: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Third-party opt-out: visit youronlinechoices.com (EU) or optout.aboutads.info (US)

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Site.

4. Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) signal. This Site does not currently respond to DNT signals, as there is no consistent industry standard for doing so. We continue to monitor developments in this area.

5. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.

6. Contact

If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us at theadaptationarchive@gmail.com.