Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Starvia uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit the website. The purpose of this policy is to provide clear and transparent information about what cookies are, how they are used, and how you can manage your preferences. Starvia provides informational content related to horoscope 2026, tarot 2026, and personal horoscope concepts, and cookies are used only to support the operation and improvement of the website.

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you access a website. They allow websites to function correctly, maintain security, and understand general patterns of usage. This policy is designed to reflect good practice and transparency in line with UK data protection principles and electronic communications requirements.

2. What Cookies Are and How They Work

Cookies contain small amounts of information that are placed on your device through your web browser. Each time you visit the website, the browser may send this information back to the server so that the website can recognise your device and maintain certain settings or functions.

Cookies do not typically contain information that directly identifies you as an individual. In most cases, they are used to recognise a browser session, remember preferences, or support technical performance. Some cookies remain active only during your visit, while others stay on your device for a limited period so that your settings can be remembered when you return.

Similar technologies, such as local storage or tracking pixels, may be used for comparable purposes. For simplicity, this policy refers to all such technologies as cookies.

3. Types of Cookies Used

Starvia may use different categories of cookies depending on operational needs.

Essential cookies are required for the website to function properly. These cookies support core features such as page navigation, secure access, system stability, and protection against misuse or technical disruption. Without essential cookies, some parts of the website may not operate correctly.

Preference cookies may be used to remember basic choices, such as display settings or user preferences. These cookies help provide a consistent experience and reduce the need to repeat the same settings during future visits.

Analytics or measurement cookies may be used to understand how visitors interact with the website. This information may include general data such as pages visited, time spent on pages, navigation paths, and device type. The purpose of this analysis is to improve website structure, readability, and performance. Where required by law, such cookies are used only after user choice has been recorded.

Security and performance cookies may also be used to detect unusual activity, prevent automated misuse, and maintain reliable operation of the website.

4. Why We Use Cookies

Cookies are used to support the basic operation of the website and to maintain a stable and secure user experience. They help ensure that pages load correctly, that navigation works as expected, and that technical errors can be identified and resolved.

In addition, cookies may be used to analyse aggregated usage patterns. This allows Starvia to understand which sections of the website are most useful to visitors and where improvements may be needed. This information is used only for operational and performance purposes and is not intended to create detailed profiles of individual users.

Starvia does not use cookies to make automated decisions that produce significant effects on users.

5. Managing Cookie Preferences

You can control or manage cookies through your browser settings. Most web browsers allow you to block cookies, delete existing cookies, or receive a notification before a cookie is stored. Instructions for managing cookies can usually be found in the help section of your browser.

If you choose to disable essential cookies, some parts of the website may not function correctly. Deleting cookies may also remove stored preferences, which means certain settings may need to be reconfigured when you revisit the site.

Where applicable, the website may also provide options to manage non-essential cookies directly through on-site settings.

6. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be set by third-party service providers that support the technical operation of the website. These services may include website hosting, content delivery, analytics, or security monitoring tools. Third-party providers process information only as required to deliver their services.

Where non-essential third-party cookies are used, we aim to ensure that appropriate user choice mechanisms are in place in accordance with applicable requirements.

7. Cookie Duration

Cookies may be stored for different periods depending on their purpose. Session cookies are temporary and are removed when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until they are manually deleted.

Retention periods are kept proportionate to operational needs and are reviewed periodically to ensure that cookies are not stored longer than necessary.

8. Changes to This Policy

This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in website functionality, technology, or legal requirements. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was most recently revised.

Users are encouraged to review this page periodically to remain informed about how cookies are used.