Last Updated: December 9, 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Todd Witherspoon) are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies."
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems.
- Analytics Cookies: These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site.
- Functionality Cookies: These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization.
Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Required for basic site functionality, security, and navigation | Session / 1 year |
| Analytics | Help us understand how visitors interact with our website | Up to 2 years |
| Preferences | Remember your settings and preferences | 1 year |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services. These may include:
- Google Analytics: Used to analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Netlify: Our hosting provider may set cookies for security and performance
- Font Services: Google Fonts may set cookies when loading web fonts
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in various ways:
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to:
- See what cookies you have and delete them on an individual basis
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from particular sites
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Browser-Specific Instructions
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. For example:
- Your preferences may not be remembered
- Some interactive features may not work
- We won't be able to analyze site usage to improve our services
Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that lets you tell websites that you do not want to have your online activities tracked. We currently do not respond to "Do Not Track" signals.
Updates 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 changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Todd Witherspoon
Email: [email protected]
Website: toddwitherspoon.com