This Cookie Policy explains how AstroAtlas uses cookies and similar technologies on the website. It is intended to provide clear and transparent information for users in the United Kingdom about what cookies are, why they may be used, and how users can manage their preferences. The policy is aligned with applicable UK data protection requirements, including UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, and is written in a neutral, informational manner. AstroAtlas is an informational website presenting descriptive content related to horoscope 2026, tarot 2026, and personal horoscope formats. Cookies are used only where necessary to support basic website functionality, maintain stability, and understand general usage patterns. The website avoids unnecessary tracking and does not use cookies for profiling or targeted advertising.
1. What Cookies Are
Cookies are small text files that are stored on a user’s device when a website is accessed. They allow a website to recognise a device or browser and to store limited information such as preferences or technical identifiers. Cookies may be set directly by the website being visited or by third-party services that support certain website functions. Similar technologies, such as local storage or pixels, may be used for comparable purposes, and this policy uses the term “cookies” to refer to these technologies collectively unless otherwise specified.
2. Why AstroAtlas Uses Cookies
AstroAtlas uses cookies only for purposes related to operating the website, ensuring security, maintaining functionality, and understanding how content is accessed in general terms. Cookies may support activities such as loading pages efficiently, protecting the website from misuse, remembering basic preferences where applicable, and identifying technical issues. The use of cookies is limited to what is necessary to maintain a reliable and transparent user experience.
3. Categories of Cookies
Cookies used on AstroAtlas are limited to those necessary for basic website operation, functionality, and understanding general usage patterns. These cookies support security, page delivery, preference consistency where applicable, and aggregated measurement of website interaction. Cookie usage is structured to remain proportionate and aligned with the informational nature of the website.
4. Legal Basis for Cookie Use
Where cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of the website, they are used on the basis of legitimate interests in providing a functional and secure service. For cookies that are not strictly necessary, such as certain preference or measurement cookies, AstroAtlas aims to rely on user consent where required under applicable rules. Consent mechanisms, where implemented, are designed to be clear and allow users to make informed choices.
5. Cookie Duration and Retention
Cookies may be session-based or persistent. Session cookies are temporary and are removed when the browser is closed, while persistent cookies remain on the device for a defined period or until deleted. The retention period of cookies depends on their purpose and is kept proportionate. AstroAtlas aims to avoid retaining cookies for longer than necessary to achieve their intended function.
6. Managing Cookie Preferences
Users can manage cookie settings through their browser controls, which typically allow cookies to be blocked, deleted, or restricted. Some browsers also offer settings to notify users when cookies are being placed. Where implemented, AstroAtlas may also provide a cookie notice or preference tool that allows users to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality, particularly where strictly necessary cookies are involved.
7. Cookies and Personal Data
Some cookies may process information that is considered personal data under UK data protection law, such as online identifiers or IP-related information. AstroAtlas treats such data with care and processes it only for the purposes described in this policy, such as security, functionality, and aggregated website improvement. Additional information about how personal data is handled is provided in the Privacy Policy.
8. Third-Party Services
In some cases, AstroAtlas may rely on third-party services to support website hosting, security, or performance monitoring. Where these services use cookies, they may process limited technical or usage data according to their own documentation. AstroAtlas aims to select service providers that apply appropriate safeguards and to limit third-party cookie use to what is operationally necessary.
9. Do Not Track and Similar Signals
Some browsers offer “Do Not Track” or similar signals that indicate a user’s preference regarding tracking technologies. There is no universally accepted standard for responding to such signals. AstroAtlas aims to respect user choices through available consent mechanisms and browser-based controls and to keep cookie usage limited and transparent.
10. Updates to This Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in website functionality, cookie usage, or applicable requirements. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was most recently revised. Users are encouraged to review this policy periodically to remain informed about how cookies are used on the website.
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