Privacy & Cookies Policy

This Cookies Policy explains what Cookies are and how they are used on this Website. You should read this policy to understand the types of Cookies used, the information collected through Cookies, and how that information is utilized.

Cookies generally do not contain personally identifiable information. However, if any personal data is collected, it may be linked to the information gathered through Cookies.

We do not store sensitive personal information, such as mailing addresses or passwords, in the Cookies we use.

1. Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

Words with capitalized initials have specific meanings as defined below. These definitions apply regardless of whether they appear in singular or plural form.

Definitions

For the purposes of this Cookies Policy:

• Owner (referred to as "I," "Me," or "My") refers to Justen Lauan.
• Cookies are small files placed on Your device by a website, containing details about Your browsing activity and preferences.
• Website refers to Justen Lauan, accessible at https://justenlau.com/
• You means the individual accessing or using the Website, or a company or legal entity on whose behalf an individual is accessing or using the Website.

2. Use of Cookies

Types of Cookies We Use

Cookies can be "Persistent" or "Session" Cookies:

• Persistent Cookies remain on Your device even after You go offline.
• Session Cookies are deleted once You close Your web browser.

We use both types for the following purposes:

a) Necessary / Essential Cookies

Type: Session Cookies
Administered by: Me
Purpose: These Cookies are essential for providing core functionalities of the Website, such as security, accessibility, and performance optimization. Without these Cookies, certain features may not work properly. On this Website, the concrete example is Cloudflare Turnstile, which protects the contact form from spam.

b) Functionality Cookies

Type: Persistent Cookies
Administered by: Me
Purpose: These Cookies remember Your preferences (such as theme, language, or browsing choices) to enhance Your user experience and reduce the need to re-enter information on future visits. On this Website, the theme preference is stored in Your browser's local storage rather than a cookie, and never leaves Your device.

c) Analytics and Performance

Type: Not a cookie, no data is stored on Your device
Administered by: Third Party (Cloudflare Web Analytics)
Purpose: Used to understand how visitors interact with the Website, allowing improvements in design and content. Cloudflare Web Analytics does not use cookies and does not collect personally identifiable information; all data is aggregated and anonymous. This Website does not use Google Analytics or any other cookie-based analytics service.

3. Your Choices Regarding Cookies

You can control or delete Cookies at any time. If You choose to disable Cookies, some parts of the Website may not function properly.

To manage Cookies in Your browser:

• Google Chrome: support.google.com/accounts/answer/32050
• Microsoft Edge / Internet Explorer: support.microsoft.com/kb/278835
• Mozilla Firefox: support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/delete-cookies-remove-info-websites-stored
• Apple Safari: support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-and-website-data-sfri11471/mac

For other browsers, please visit their official support pages.

4. Compliance with Canadian Law

This Cookies Policy complies with Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and aligns with international data protection standards such as the GDPR.

5. Contact Us

If You have any questions about this Cookies Policy, You can contact:

Email: hi@justenlau.com

© Justen Lauan 2025