Cookie Policy
Effective date: October 1, 2023
Last updated: March 8, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how I, Lachezar Simeonov, use cookies and similar tracking technologies on my website, https://lsimeonov.com/ ("Site"), to enhance your experience and analyze performance. This policy is part of my overall Privacy Policy.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help the site recognize your device and remember your preferences or actions.
2. Types of cookies I use
| Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly necessary | Enable core site functionality (e.g., page navigation, form submissions). | Session or persistent |
| Performance & analytics | Collect anonymous data on site usage (e.g., pages visited, session duration) via GA4. | Up to 14 months |
| Experience customizers | Remember your display preferences (e.g., language, layout). | Up to 6 months |
| Marketing & outreach | Track engagement for email campaigns or referral sources (e.g., via HubSpot, Brevo). | Up to 12 months |
| Unclassified & optional | Cookies still under review or used by third parties for future features. | Varies |
3. Specific cookies
Below are examples of cookies you may encounter. This list is not exhaustive, as third-party tools may update their cookies:
- _ga, _gid (Google Analytics): Distinguish unique users and track sessions.
- hjSessionUser* (Hotjar): Identify unique visitors for session recordings.
- hubspotutk (HubSpot): Track form submissions and email campaign performance.
- cookie-consent (localStorage): Stores your cookie category preferences.
4. Managing your cookie preferences
When you first visit my Site, a consent banner appears allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject all non-essential cookies
- Customize by category (necessary, analytics, preferences, marketing)
You can change these preferences at any time:
- Click the "Cookie Settings" link in the website footer.
- Adjust the category toggles in the consent banner and save your preferences.
- Or clear cookies in your browser settings (consult your browser's help for instructions).
5. Disabling cookies via your browser
You may also disable cookies directly in your browser. Note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may break site functionality.
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Block all cookies
- Edge: Settings → Site permissions → Cookies and site data
For detailed steps, refer to your browser's official documentation.
6. Third-party cookies
My Site integrates third-party services (GA4, Hotjar, Clarity, HubSpot, Brevo). These services may drop their own cookies. I do not control these cookies directly - please consult each provider's privacy or cookie policy for details.
7. Changes to this Cookie Policy
I may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in services or regulations. The "Last updated" date will indicate revisions. Please review regularly for updates.
8. Contact me
For questions about this Cookie Policy or your cookie preferences, contact me at:
- Email: privacy@lsimeonov.com
- Phone: (+359) 877 215 749