Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your login status and preferences.
We also use similar technologies such as local storage and pixels, which function in a comparable way. When we refer to "cookies" in this policy, we mean all such technologies.
Cookies We Use
The following table lists the cookies used on our website:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
drama_reading.session_token | ALLINNOVEL | Authenticates your session and keeps you signed in | 30 days | Essential |
cookie_consent | ALLINNOVEL | Stores your cookie consent preferences (essential and analytics choices) | 1 year | Essential |
_ga | Distinguishes unique users for Google Analytics via Google Tag Manager | 2 years | Essential | |
_ga_* | Maintains session state for Google Analytics via Google Tag Manager | 1 year | Essential |
Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our website. They enable core functions such as authentication, session management, security, and site-traffic measurement. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.
Because these cookies are required for the site to work, they cannot be disabled. They do not collect any personally identifiable information for marketing purposes.
Our essential cookies include:
- Session cookies — issued by our authentication system to keep you signed in securely. These cookies are HTTP-only (not accessible to JavaScript), use the
Secureflag (sent only over HTTPS), and are set withSameSite=Laxto protect against cross-site request forgery. - Consent cookie — stores your cookie preferences so we do not ask you to consent on every visit. This cookie is readable by JavaScript on our site so the consent banner can check your current preferences.
- Google Tag Manager (GTM) cookies — we use Google Tag Manager to load Google Analytics, which is essential for us to measure site traffic, understand usage patterns, and maintain the quality of our service. These cookies are set automatically when you visit our website. We do not use GTM cookies in any way to harm your privacy, track you for advertising purposes, or sell your data. GTM cookies follow Google's cookie policy and Google's Privacy Policy.
How We Use Google Tag Manager
Google Tag Manager (GTM) is a tag-management system that allows us to deploy Google Analytics on our website. Through Google Analytics, we collect aggregated, anonymous data such as:
- Pages you visit and how long you spend on them
- How you arrived at our website (referral source)
- Your general geographic location (country/city level)
- Device type, browser, and operating system
This data is essential for us to understand how our website is used so we can improve the reading experience. The data is aggregated and does not personally identify you.
Important: We do not use GTM or Google Analytics to:
- Build advertising profiles or serve targeted ads
- Sell or share your personal information with third parties
- Track your activity across other websites
- Collect sensitive personal information
For more information about how Google processes data collected through Google Analytics, see How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for controlling cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete individual or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific or all websites
- Set preferences for first-party vs. third-party cookies
Please note that blocking essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our website, such as signing in to your account.
For instructions on managing cookies in your browser, visit your browser's help documentation:
Third-Party Opt-Out Tools
You can also opt out of Google Analytics data collection using the following tool:
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have specific rights regarding cookies and the data they collect.
European Economic Area, UK, and Switzerland (GDPR)
Under the General Data Protection Regulation, you have the right to:
- Access — request information about the data collected through cookies
- Erasure — request deletion of data collected through cookies
- Lodge a complaint — with your local data protection authority
We rely on our legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR) in understanding site traffic to operate and improve our service as the legal basis for the use of Google Analytics cookies.
California (CCPA/CPRA)
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act and California Privacy Rights Act, you have the right to:
- Know — what personal information is collected through cookies
- Delete — request deletion of personal information collected through cookies
- Opt-out — of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell personal information collected through cookies)
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will publish a new version with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at [email protected].
You can also visit our Privacy Policy for more information about how we handle your personal data.