Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Printedin ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at printedin.com and use our services for creating custom printed board books, games & cards.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which provide further details about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and supply information to website owners.

Cookies can be categorized in several ways:

• First-party cookies: Set by the website you are visiting (printedin.com).
• Third-party cookies: Set by a domain other than the one you are visiting, such as analytics or advertising services.
• Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
• Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period of time or until you delete them manually.

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, and local storage to collect and store information.

3. Cookies We Use

The following table provides an overview of the cookies used on our website, their purpose, and how long they persist:

4. Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our website. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and session management. Without these cookies, the services you have requested cannot be provided.

Essential cookies on our site include:

• Session cookies: Maintain your active session as you navigate between pages.
• Authentication cookies: Keep you securely logged in to your account.
• Security cookies: Detect authentication abuse and prevent unauthorized access.
• Consent cookies: Remember your cookie preference choices so we don't ask you repeatedly.

5. Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow our website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features. These cookies improve your user experience by remembering your preferences.

Functional cookies on our site are used to:

• Remember your preferred language and regional settings
• Store your design editor preferences (grid size, snap settings, ruler visibility)
• Remember your last-used design templates
• Maintain your shopping cart state across sessions

If you disable functional cookies, some of these features may not work correctly, but the core functionality of the website will remain available.

6. Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve our website, products, and user experience.

We use the following analytics services:

• Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors navigate our site, which pages are most popular, and how users interact with our book editor. All IP addresses are anonymized. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Analytics data is aggregated and does not personally identify you. We use this information solely to improve our services and understand usage patterns.

7. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies and they are subject to the respective third party's own privacy policies.

We carefully select our third-party partners and only work with providers who demonstrate a commitment to data privacy and security.

8. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (other than essential cookies). You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:

8.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies, accept only first-party cookies, or delete cookies when you close your browser. Below are links to manage cookies in popular browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari
• Microsoft Edge

8.2 Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please note that if you choose to disable cookies, some parts of our website may not function properly. Specifically:

• You will not be able to log in or maintain a session
• Your editor preferences will not be saved between visits
• You may need to re-enter information repeatedly
• Some personalization features may be unavailable

9. Cookie Duration & Retention

We retain cookie data for different periods depending on the cookie type and purpose:

10. Consent & Legal Basis

In accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive, we request your consent before placing any non-essential cookies on your device.

Our legal basis for using cookies is as follows:

• Essential cookies: Legitimate interest — these are necessary for the website to function.
• Functional cookies: Consent — we ask for your permission before enabling these.
• Analytics cookies: Consent — you can opt in or out at any time.

You can withdraw your consent at any time by clearing your browser cookies or adjusting your cookie settings. Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

For more information about your data protection rights, please refer to our GDPR Policy.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. When we make significant changes, we will notify you by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, posting a notice on our website.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, how we use cookies, or wish to exercise your rights regarding cookie data, please contact us: