Cookie Policy

Last updated: February 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They allow websites to remember information about your visit.

2. TheShapeStory's Cookie Use

TheShapeStory uses only essential cookies required for basic site functionality. We do not use analytics, marketing, or tracking cookies. Essential cookies include:

  • Session cookies that maintain your navigation state during your visit
  • Cookies that remember your cookie consent preference
  • Cookies necessary for core security features

3. What We Do Not Use

TheShapeStory does NOT use:

  • Analytics cookies (Google Analytics, similar tracking)
  • Marketing or advertising cookies
  • Third-party tracking cookies
  • Cookies from advertising networks
  • Social media tracking cookies

4. Consent Mode v2

TheShapeStory implements Google Consent Mode v2, which respects your privacy preferences:

  • Only essential cookies function by default
  • You are presented with a banner explaining cookie use
  • You can accept or decline non-essential cookies
  • Your preference is remembered for future visits

5. Managing Cookies

You have full control over cookies:

  • Browser Controls: You can disable cookies entirely through your browser settings
  • Cookie Banner: Use the banner at the bottom of our pages to manage consent
  • Clear Cookies: You can clear existing cookies through browser settings

How to manage cookies by browser:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and other site data

6. Essential Functionality with Cookies Disabled

TheShapeStory functions fully with cookies disabled. You will not experience any loss of functionality or access to content.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Know what cookies we use
  • Refuse consent to non-essential cookies
  • Delete cookies at any time
  • Learn how we process data

8. Contact Us

For questions about our cookie policy:

TheShapeStory
47 Oakwood Gardens
Nottingham NG3 5PQ
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 115 837 2946

9. Policy Updates

This Cookie Policy may be updated periodically. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting, with the updated date shown at the top of this page.