Cookie Policy
Last Updated: March 3, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Leo Faulkner (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies on leofaulkner.net (the “Site”), and your choices regarding cookies. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
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, provide a better browsing experience, and give website owners usage information. Cookies can be “persistent” (remain on your device until deleted or expired) or “session” (deleted when you close your browser).
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- To ensure our Site functions properly
- To improve Site performance and loading speed
- To remember your preferences and settings
- To protect our Site from security threats
- To understand how visitors use our Site
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Site to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences or logging in.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| wordpress_sec_* | WordPress | Authentication cookie for logged-in users | Session |
| wordpress_logged_in_* | WordPress | Indicates when you are logged in | Session |
| wp-settings-* | WordPress | Stores your dashboard display preferences | 1 year |
| wfwaf-authcookie-* | Wordfence | Security authentication for firewall | 12 hours |
| wordfence_verifiedHuman | Wordfence | Verifies you are a human visitor | 1 day |
| lf_cookie_consent | leofaulkner.net | Stores your cookie consent preference | 1 year |
2. Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Site by collecting and reporting usage information anonymously.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _lscache_vary | LiteSpeed Cache | Caching optimization for faster page loading | Session |
| litespeed_* | LiteSpeed Cache | Performance optimization and page caching | Varies |
3. Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your comment details.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| comment_author_* | WordPress | Remembers your name for comments | 1 year |
| comment_author_email_* | WordPress | Remembers your email for comments | 1 year |
| comment_author_url_* | WordPress | Remembers your website URL for comments | 1 year |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Our Site may contain embedded content from third-party platforms. These services may place their own cookies on your device. We do not control these third-party cookies.
| Service | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| YouTube | Video embeds may set cookies to track views and preferences | Google Privacy Policy |
| Spotify | Music player embeds may set cookies for playback functionality | Spotify Privacy Policy |
| Twitter/X | Social media embeds may set cookies for content display | X Privacy Policy |
| Social media embeds may set cookies for content display | Instagram Privacy Policy | |
| Gravatar | Comment avatar service may set cookies | Automattic Privacy Policy |
Your Cookie Choices
You have several options to manage cookies:
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Site, a cookie consent banner will appear. You can choose to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the Site.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to:
- Block all cookies
- Accept only first-party cookies
- Delete cookies when you close the browser
- Alert you when a cookie is being set
Here are links to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Note: Blocking essential cookies may affect the functionality of our Site.
Do Not Track
We honor “Do Not Track” signals from your browser. When enabled, we will not set any non-essential cookies or tracking technologies.
California Residents
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), California residents have the right to know what personal information is collected through cookies, the right to delete that information, and the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information.
We do not sell your personal information. We do not use cookies for cross-context behavioral advertising. If you wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at our Contact Us page.
Other US State Residents
Residents of Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, and other states with comprehensive privacy laws may have similar rights regarding cookies and data collection. Please contact us at our Contact Us page to exercise your rights.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information on our cookie practices.
Cookie Policy Questions
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Contact: Contact Us page
- Website: https://leofaulkner.net