{"id":1967,"date":"2025-10-07T07:10:10","date_gmt":"2025-10-07T07:10:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/katolikos.com\/support-desk\/?page_id=1967"},"modified":"2026-03-29T15:12:53","modified_gmt":"2026-03-29T15:12:53","slug":"cookie-policy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/katolikos.com\/support-desk\/cookie-policy\/","title":{"rendered":"Cookie Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-6fa84e42 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Katolikos Cookie Policy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Effective Date:<\/strong> 1 October 2025<br><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/katolikos.com\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/katolikos.com\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/katolikos.com<\/a><br><strong>Developer:<\/strong> Katolikos<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Purpose of This Policy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This Cookie Policy explains what cookies and similar technologies are, how Katolikos (\u201cwe,\u201d \u201cus,\u201d or \u201cour\u201d) uses them on our website, and how you can manage your preferences.<br>We aim to be transparent and minimal in our use of such technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. What Are Cookies?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site recognise your device and remember certain information\u2014such as preferences or login state\u2014over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cookies are widely used to make websites function properly, improve performance, and analyse how visitors use them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Types of Cookies We Use<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Katolikos uses only the minimal set of cookies needed for the normal operation and security of our website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A. <strong>Strictly Necessary Cookies<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set only in response to actions you take, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>navigating between pages,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>submitting forms (e.g. via the Support page), or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>remembering your cookie consent choice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because they are required for basic functionality, you cannot disable them without affecting how the site works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">B. <strong>Performance and Analytics Cookies (Minimal Use)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may use lightweight analytics tools to understand overall website performance and traffic patterns\u2014for example, counting page visits or detecting browser types.<br>Any analytics used:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>operate without personal identification,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>anonymise IP addresses where possible, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>do not share data with advertisers or other third parties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At present, Katolikos uses <strong>no third-party analytics<\/strong> such as Google Analytics. If we ever introduce them, we will update this policy and obtain explicit consent first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">C. <strong>Functional Cookies<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These remember small choices you make\u2014such as your language preference or whether you have dismissed a notice\u2014so you don\u2019t have to set them again. They never track you across other sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">D. <strong>No Advertising or Tracking Cookies<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Katolikos does <strong>not<\/strong> use cookies for advertising, behavioural profiling, or social-media tracking. We do not include third-party advertising networks, remarketing scripts, or cross-site identifiers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. How We Use Cookie Information<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The limited cookie data we collect is used only to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ensure the website loads and displays correctly,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>maintain security and prevent abuse,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>remember your cookie consent status, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>evaluate site performance in an anonymous, aggregated way.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No data is shared, sold, or combined with personal information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Managing Cookies<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can control or delete cookies at any time using your browser settings:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>To block cookies:<\/strong> most browsers allow you to refuse some or all cookies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>To delete cookies:<\/strong> you can remove cookies already stored on your device.<br>Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect site performance or limit functionality.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For detailed browser instructions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Chrome: <a>https:\/\/support.google.com\/chrome\/answer\/95647<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Firefox: <a>https:\/\/support.mozilla.org\/en-US\/kb\/clear-cookies-and-site-data<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Edge: <a>https:\/\/support.microsoft.com\/en-us\/help\/4027947<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safari: <a>https:\/\/support.apple.com\/guide\/safari\/manage-cookies-and-website-data<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Third-Party Links<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our website may contain links to other sites (for example, partner ministries). These sites may set their own cookies. We have no control over the cookies used by external websites and encourage you to review their respective cookie and privacy policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Changes to This Policy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our website operations. Updates will be posted at <a>https:\/\/katolikos.com\/support-desk\/cookies<\/a> with a new effective date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Contact Us<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Technical Support:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/katolikos.com\/support-desk\/support-desk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Support Desk<\/a><br><strong>General Inquiries:<\/strong> <a>hello@katolikos.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Summary:<\/strong><br>Katolikos uses only essential cookies and limited, anonymous analytics to ensure our website works properly. We never use advertising or tracking cookies, and we respect your right to control your data.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Katolikos Cookie Policy Effective Date: 1 October 2025Website: https:\/\/katolikos.comDeveloper: Katolikos 1. 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