Cookie Policy
Last updated: May 2026
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that a website stores in your browser when you visit. They are used to remember your preferences, keep your session intact across page loads, and -- with your consent -- understand how people use the site so we can improve it.
Cookies are not programs and cannot be used to access your device or other data on it. They are simple records that your browser stores and sends back to us (or to a third party) when you visit.
Cookies We Use
We use a small, specific set of cookies. Here is the complete list:
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| psy_disclaimer | Essential | Records that you have seen and accepted the site disclaimer | 1 year |
| psy_cookie_consent | Essential | Records your cookie consent decision (accepted or declined analytics) | 1 year |
| _ga, _ga_* | Analytics | Google Analytics -- tracks page views and usage patterns to help us understand and improve the site | Up to 2 years |
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors interact with Psylopedia -- which pages are read, how long people spend, and where they come from. This helps us improve the content and the experience.
Analytics cookies are only activated if you explicitly accept them via the cookie banner when you first visit the site. If you decline, we will not track your visit. You can withdraw your consent at any time by clearing your browser cookies and declining again on your next visit.
Google Analytics data is processed by Google. For details on how Google handles this data, see policies.google.com/privacy.
Managing Cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View the cookies stored by a site
- Block all cookies, or cookies from specific sites
- Delete cookies you have already received
Be aware that disabling all cookies may affect your experience on some sites. Disabling analytics cookies on Psylopedia will not affect your ability to read content or use any feature of the site.
For guidance on managing cookies in your browser, see aboutcookies.org.
Your Consent
On your first visit, we display a cookie banner that asks for your consent to use analytics cookies. The essential cookies (disclaimer and consent record) are set regardless of your choice, as they are needed for the site to remember your preference.
You can change your cookie preference at any time by clearing your browser's cookies and reloading the page. The banner will reappear and you can make a new selection.
Contact
Questions about cookies or how we use them? Reach us at hello@psylopedia.com.