This Cookie Policy explains how PostQuil (“PostQuil,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit postquil.com (the “Site”). It should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, work more efficiently, and to provide information to the site owner. Similar technologies include pixels, web beacons, and local storage, which we refer to collectively as “cookies” in this policy.
How We Use Cookies
PostQuil is a content and publishing site built on WordPress. We use cookies to:
- Keep the Site running properly and securely
- Remember your preferences (such as display or consent settings)
- Understand how visitors find and use our articles, so we can improve them
- Support embedded content (such as videos or social posts) from third parties
- Where applicable, support advertising that helps fund the Site
Categories of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Site to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as loading a page, submitting a comment, or setting your privacy preferences.
| Purpose | Typical Source | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Core WordPress functionality (session handling, security) | WordPress core | Session – 1 year |
| Cookie consent preferences | Consent management tool | Up to 1 year |
| Comment form data (if you leave a comment) | WordPress core | Up to 1 year |
Analytics & Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Site — which articles are read, how long people stay, and where visitors come from — so we can improve content and site performance. Data is generally collected in aggregate or pseudonymous form.
| Purpose | Typical Source | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic and usage analytics | e.g. Google Analytics | Up to 2 years |
| Site performance monitoring | Hosting/CDN provider | Session – 1 year |
Advertising & Third-Party Cookies
If the Site displays advertising or affiliate content, third-party partners may set cookies to serve relevant ads, measure ad performance, or limit how often you see an ad. These providers may combine this data with information collected from other sites you visit.
| Purpose | Typical Source | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ad delivery and measurement | Ad networks (e.g. Google Ads/AdSense) | Up to 2 years |
| Affiliate link tracking | Affiliate networks | 30–90 days |
Embedded Content Cookies
Articles on PostQuil may include embedded content (for example, a YouTube video, X/Twitter post, or Instagram post). These embeds may set their own cookies in the same way as if you visited the third-party site directly. PostQuil does not control these cookies — please refer to the relevant provider’s own policy.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control or opt out of non-essential cookies in the following ways:
- Consent banner: When you first visit the Site, you may be able to accept or reject non-essential cookie categories via our consent tool. You can usually update these choices later through a “Cookie Settings” or “Manage Preferences” link, typically found in the site footer.
- Browser settings: Most browsers let you block or delete cookies through their settings menu. Instructions vary by browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, etc.).
- Opt-out tools: For advertising cookies, you can visit industry opt-out pages such as the Your Online Choices (EU) or Digital Advertising Alliance (US) portals.
- Google Analytics opt-out: You can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Please note that blocking or deleting certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Site, including features like comment submission or personalized content.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) signal. There is currently no industry-agreed standard for how sites should respond to DNT signals, and PostQuil does not currently respond differently to browsers with DNT enabled.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for legal or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective date.” We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please get in touch via our Contact Us page.