Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy
Last Updated: September 9, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how The Bookshelf, LLC (“The Bookshelf,” “TBS,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our websites and services (the “Site” and, together with any related services, the “Services”). This Cookie Policy is incorporated by reference into our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.
Who we are
The Bookshelf, LLC
2051 Gattis School Rd, Suite 540 #166
Round Rock, TX 78664, USA
Email: [email protected]
1. Cookies & Similar Technologies We Use
We use the following technologies:
Cookies: Small text files placed on your device to store information.
Anonymous Identifiers: Random strings used where traditional cookies aren’t available.
Web Beacons/Pixel Tags: Tiny graphics or code snippets (often invisible) used to measure usage (e.g., whether an email was opened, which pages were viewed).
Local Storage/Session Storage: Browser storage that can keep preferences or session state.
You can control cookies via your browser settings (see Section 4), but some cookies are essential to the Site’s functionality.
2) Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar tech to:
Operate the Site (Strictly Necessary) – e.g., login, load balancing, security, fraud prevention.
Measure Performance (Analytics/Performance) – understand how visitors use our Site, improve features, debug issues.
Remember Choices (Functionality/Preferences) – language, region, saved settings.
Reach the Right Audience (Advertising/Targeting) – measure campaign effectiveness and (if used) show ads or limit repeats.
See the examples in Section 6 for typical cookies we may use.
3) First-Party vs Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set by The Bookshelf on our domains.
Third-party cookies are set by providers we integrate with (e.g., analytics or advertising platforms). These third parties process data per their own policies.
We do not control third-party cookies directly; please review their notices for details.
4) How to Manage Cookies (Browser Controls)
Most browsers let you block or delete cookies. If you block certain cookies, parts of the Site may not work.
Helpful guides (subject to change):
Microsoft Edge/IE: search “manage cookies Edge/IE” on Microsoft Support
Firefox: search “manage cookies Firefox” on Mozilla Support
Chrome: search “manage cookies Chrome” on Google Help
Safari (macOS/iOS): search “manage cookies Safari” on Apple Support
You can also use private browsing modes and browser add-ons that limit tracking.
5) Your Consent & Regional Controls
Where required by law, we’ll ask for your consent before setting non-essential cookies (analytics, targeting). You can withdraw or change consent anytime via your browser settings and, if available, through our cookie banner/preferences center.
California (CCPA/CPRA): If we use advertising/targeting cookies that constitute “sharing” for cross-context behavioral advertising, you can opt out via a “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link (we’ll place it in the footer when applicable).
EEA/UK: We only set non-essential cookies with your consent.
6) Examples of Cookies/Technologies We May Use
We also collect non-personal technical data via server logs (e.g., timestamps, user agent, referrer) to administer and secure the Site. In some regions, online identifiers may be considered personal data; see our Privacy Policy.
7) Third-Party Sites & Services
This Cookie Policy does not apply to third-party websites/services linked from our Site. Their cookie practices are governed by their own policies.
8) Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We’ll post the updated version with a new “Last Updated” date. Material changes will be highlighted where appropriate.
9) Contact US
Questions about cookies or this policy?
Email: [email protected]
Mail: The Bookshelf, LLC – Attn: Privacy
2051 Gattis School Rd, Suite 540 #166
Round Rock, TX 78664, USA
