Cookie Policy

Last updated: February 3, 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our service.

2. How We Use Cookies

BookDigest uses cookies for the following purposes:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly:

• Authentication: Keep you logged in as you navigate the site
• Security: Protect your account and detect fraudulent activity
• Session Management: Remember your preferences during your visit

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website:

• Google Analytics: Track page views, user behavior, and engagement
• Performance Monitoring: Identify technical issues and improve speed
• User Experience: Understand which features are most popular

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience:

• Theme Preference: Remember your dark/light mode choice
• Reading Progress: Save where you left off in a book
• Language Selection: Remember your preferred language

2.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies help us show you relevant content:

• Personalization: Recommend books based on your interests
• Advertising: Show relevant ads (if you're on the free tier)
• Social Media: Enable sharing on social platforms

3. Types of Cookies We Use

4. Third-Party Cookies

We use services from trusted third parties that may set cookies:

• Stripe: Secure payment processing
• Google Analytics: Website analytics
• Amazon Associates: Affiliate program tracking

5. Managing Cookies

You have several options to manage cookies:

5.1 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
• Edge: Settings → Privacy → Cookies

5.2 Opt-Out Options

• Google Analytics: Opt-out browser add-on
• Advertising: Visit Your Online Choices

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, some features may not work properly:

• You may need to log in each time you visit
• Your preferences won't be saved
• Reading progress won't be tracked
• Personalized recommendations won't work

7. Cookie Consent

By using BookDigest, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie banner where you can accept or customize your cookie preferences.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our website or sending you an email.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:

• Email: privacy@bookdigest.com
• Address: [Your Company Address]