Last Updated: 10th October 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Scott Dylan (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on the website scottdylan.com (“the Site”).
Cookies help us enhance your browsing experience, analyse site traffic, and deliver relevant content. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.
By continuing to use our Site, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy unless you disable them using your browser settings or our cookie banner.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device and store information about your preferences or actions over time.
Cookies can be “first-party” (set by us) or “third-party” (set by external services such as analytics providers or social media platforms).
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable features such as security, page navigation, and access to secure areas. The site cannot function correctly without these cookies.
Examples:
- Session cookies
- Security cookies (used to prevent cross-site request forgery)
3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Site, such as which pages are most visited, how long users spend on each page, and if any errors occur.
We use this data to improve the Site’s usability and performance. For example, Google Analytics may be used to understand visitor behaviour.
Collected data is anonymised whenever possible. You can opt out of Google Analytics by visiting:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
3.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the Site to remember your preferences (such as language or region) and provide enhanced, personalised features.
3.4 Advertising and Marketing Cookies
These cookies may track your browsing habits to deliver ads more relevant to your interests. They may also limit how often you see a particular advert.
We do not currently serve third-party advertising on the Site, but if this changes, this section will be updated accordingly.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on this Site are set by third-party services we use for analytics, content management, or social media integration. Examples include:
- Google Analytics (performance tracking)
- YouTube (embedded video playback)
- X (Twitter) and LinkedIn (social media sharing tools)
Third-party cookies are controlled by the respective providers, and their privacy policies will apply. We have no control over these external cookies once enabled.
5. How to Manage or Disable Cookies
You can control or delete cookies using your web browser settings. Instructions are available through the following links:
- Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
- Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences
- Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/help/4027947
- Apple Safari: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac
Alternatively, you may use the cookie consent banner on our website to manage your preferences for non-essential cookies.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact the functionality or performance of the Site.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised date.
We recommend checking this page periodically to ensure you remain informed about how cookies are used on our Site.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our Cookie Policy or data protection practices, please contact:
Scott Dylan
Website: https://scottdylan.com
Email: hello@scottdylan.com
