Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

We Will Craft ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website (https://wewillcraft.org) to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and understand user behavior. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding cookies.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and settings, which can make your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.

Types of Storage Technologies We Use

• Cookies: Small text files stored by your browser
• Local Storage: Larger data storage in your browser
• Session Storage: Temporary storage cleared when you close your browser
• Pixels/Web Beacons: Invisible images that track user behavior

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website.

Examples:

• Session management cookies
• Security cookies for authentication
• Load balancing cookies

Duration: Session (deleted when browser closes)

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

Examples:

• Language preference cookies
• Theme/display preference cookies
• Form submission history

Duration: Up to 1 year

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

Examples:

• Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat)
• Page view tracking
• User journey analysis
• Performance monitoring

Duration: Up to 2 years

Marketing Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites.

Note: We currently do not use marketing cookies, but we may implement them in the future.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our site are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages:

Google Analytics

• Purpose: Website analytics and performance monitoring
• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

GitHub

• Purpose: Integration with our repositories and projects
• Privacy Policy: https://docs.github.com/en/github/site-policy/github-privacy-statement

Social Media Platforms

When you interact with social media buttons or widgets on our site:

• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Twitter/X

These platforms may set their own cookies. We do not control these third-party cookies.

5. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Remember your preferences: Such as language settings and display preferences
• Improve website performance: Understanding how you use our site helps us optimize it
• Analyze traffic patterns: To improve content and navigation
• Secure your browsing: Protecting against fraudulent activity
• Provide personalized experience: Tailoring content to your interests
• Remember your progress: In Journey program materials (if applicable)

6. Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

You can withdraw your consent at any time by:

• Clearing your browser cookies
• Adjusting your browser settings
• Using our cookie preference center (when available)

7. Managing Cookies

Browser Settings

You can control and/or delete cookies through your browser settings. You can delete all cookies that are already on your computer and set most browsers to prevent them from being placed.

Popular Browser Cookie Settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions

Consequences of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, please note that:

• Some parts of our website may not function properly
• You may need to re-enter information each visit
• Your preferences may not be saved
• Some features may be unavailable

Do Not Track

Our website currently does not respond to "Do Not Track" browser signals. However, you can still manage cookies through the methods described above.

8. Cookies Used in Journey Program

If you participate in our Journey mentorship program, we may use additional cookies to:

• Track your progress through lessons
• Remember your last viewed content
• Save your exercise responses temporarily
• Maintain your login session

These cookies are essential for the program's functionality and cannot be disabled while using the program materials.

9. Cookie List

Here's a detailed list of cookies we commonly use:

Cookie Name	Type	Purpose	Duration
_session	Essential	Session management	Session
_csrf	Essential	Security token	Session
theme	Functional	Dark/light mode preference	1 year
lang	Functional	Language preference	1 year
_ga	Analytics	Google Analytics tracking	2 years
_gid	Analytics	Google Analytics tracking	24 hours
journey_progress	Functional	Journey program progress	90 days

This list may not be exhaustive and may change over time.

10. 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. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Effective Date" at the top
• Post the new policy on this page
• Display a notice on our website (for material changes)

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Email: [email protected] Website: https://wewillcraft.org Mail: We Will Craft, Philippines

12. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for processing information collected through cookies depends on the cookie type:

• Essential cookies: Legitimate interest (website functionality)
• Functional cookies: Consent
• Analytics cookies: Consent
• Marketing cookies: Consent (when used)

13. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding cookies:

EEA Residents (GDPR)

• Right to withdraw consent
• Right to access cookie data
• Right to erasure
• Right to object to processing

California Residents (CCPA)

• Right to know what data is collected
• Right to opt-out
• Right to deletion
• Right to non-discrimination

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information above.