Cookie Policy
Learn how I use cookies to improve your browsing experience
Last updated: 9/16/2025
This Cookie Policy explains how I, Ven Wong, use cookies and similar tracking technologies on my website (venwong.site). By continuing to use my website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferred settings and previous actions, to improve your browsing experience.
Types of Cookies:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
- First-party Cookies: Set directly by my website
- Third-party Cookies: Set by external services integrated into my website
2. How I Use Cookies
I use cookies to enhance your experience on my website and to understand how visitors interact with my content. Here's how I categorize the cookies I use:
🔧 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation, access to secure areas, and remembering your preferences.
- Theme preference (light/dark mode)
- Session management
- Security and authentication
📊 Analytics Cookies
I use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use my website, which helps me improve the content and user experience.
- Google Analytics (_ga, _ga_*, _gid)
- Page views and user behavior tracking
- Traffic sources and popular content analysis
- Website performance monitoring
âš¡ Performance Cookies
These cookies help me monitor and improve website performance and loading speeds.
- Vercel Analytics and Speed Insights
- Core Web Vitals monitoring
- Error tracking and performance optimization
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on my website are set by third-party services that I use to enhance functionality:
Google Analytics
Provides insights into website traffic and user behavior. You can opt-out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Vercel
Handles website hosting and performance monitoring to ensure optimal loading speeds and user experience.
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies on my website:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Allow only first-party cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Set cookies to expire when you close your browser
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
5. Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you can browse my website with cookies disabled, please note that:
- Some features may not work properly (e.g., theme preferences won't be saved)
- Your user experience may be less personalized
- I won't be able to gather insights to improve the website
- Contact forms and other interactive features may be affected
6. Cookie Retention
Different cookies have different lifespans:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Analytics cookies: Typically expire after 2 years
- Preference cookies: May persist for up to 1 year
- Performance cookies: Usually expire after 30 days
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
I may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or my use of cookies. Any updates will be posted on this page with a new "Last updated" date. I encourage you to review this policy periodically.
8. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how I use cookies on my website, please feel free to contact me:
Email: ven@venwong.site
Website: https://www.venwong.site/
Response Time: I will respond to your inquiry within 48 hours.
By continuing to use this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy and consent to the use of cookies as described herein.