This page lists every cookie or similar storage technology used on echoversecollective.com. We use as few as possible. We do not sell your data, and we do not run advertising cookies.
Cookies we use
| Cookie / Provider | Type | Consent | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
evc_pass | Strictly necessary | Not required | Session | Authenticates a logged-in reader. Without it, account-gated content cannot be served. Exempt under PECR reg 6(4). |
| Vercel (security) | Strictly necessary | Not required | Session | Hosting-platform protection: bot mitigation, DDoS, request integrity. Set by our infrastructure provider. |
| YouTube / Vimeo / Spotify (embeds) | Third-party media | Required (loaded on play) | Per provider | Set by embedded video and audio players when you press play. We use privacy-enhanced modes where supported. |
If we add new cookies in the future (for example analytics, payment processing, or additional embedded media), we will update this page and request consent before setting any non-essential cookie.
Your choices
- Strictly necessary cookies are exempt from consent under regulation 6(4) of the Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003. They cannot be disabled without breaking core functionality.
- All other cookies are only set after you accept them via our consent banner. You can change your choice at any time using the “Cookie settings” link in the site footer.
- You can also clear or block cookies in your browser settings. If you block strictly necessary cookies, login and paid features will not work.
- Embedded video and audio players (e.g. YouTube, Vimeo, Spotify) only set cookies when you press play. If you do not interact with an embedded player, no third-party cookie is set.
Changes to this policy
We will update this page when we add, remove, or change a cookie. Material changes will be flagged on the site footer for 30 days.
Contact
Questions about this policy: admin@echoversecollective.com.