Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2026.
This page explains what cookies Hearthnook sets, why, and how you can opt out.
What is a cookie?
A cookie is a small text file stored on your device by your browser. We use both first-party cookies (set by us) and third-party cookies (set by services we embed).
Cookies we use
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
theme | Remembers your light/dark mode preference | 1 year |
hearthnook-cookie-consent | Remembers your cookie-banner choice | 1 year |
_ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics (only if you accept analytics cookies) | up to 2 years |
| Plausible (cookieless) | Aggregate visit counts, no cookies set | — |
Affiliate cookies
When you click an affiliate link, the destination retailer (e.g. Amazon) drops its own cookie on your device. We have no control over those cookies — see the retailer's privacy policy for details.
Opting out
You can opt out of non-essential cookies at any time by clearing the hearthnook-cookie-consent entry from your browser's local storage and choosing “Essential only” when the banner reappears. You can also block cookies in your browser settings.