Cookie Policy
Last updated: April 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how MindVela (mindvela.co.uk) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and provide a better experience.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Required for the website to function properly. These include session cookies for logging in and maintaining your preferences (such as dark mode). These cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use MindVela. This helps us improve the platform. Google Analytics may collect anonymised data about your visit including pages viewed and time spent on the site.
Preference Cookies
We store certain preferences locally (such as dark/light mode, dismissed banners, and streak data) to personalise your experience on return visits.
Third-Party Cookies
Third-party services we use (such as PayPal, Etsy, and YouTube embeds) may set their own cookies. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing each provider's own cookie policy.
3. How Long Do Cookies Last?
- Session cookies — deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies — remain for a set period (typically up to 2 years for analytics)
- Local storage — stored until manually cleared or we remove them
4. Managing Cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Here are links to manage cookies in common browsers:
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of MindVela.
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you can use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
5. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the date at the top of this page. Continued use of MindVela after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
6. Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at: calm.mindvela@gmail.com