Last Updated: June 23, 2026
The Open Handbook uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at https://theopenhandbook.com. This policy explains what cookies are, which ones we use, and how you can control them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your browser or device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to website operators.
2. Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function. They enable core features such as security, session management, and access to secure areas. These cookies cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our site — which pages are popular, where traffic comes from, and how long people stay. This data is aggregated and anonymous. Google Analytics cookies include _ga, _gid, and _gat.
Advertising Cookies
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use advertising cookies — including the DoubleClick Cookie — to serve personalised ads based on your browsing history across the web.
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices on the website, such as language or display preferences, to improve your experience on return visits.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on this site are set by third-party services we use, including:
- Google AdSense (advertising)
- Google Analytics (analytics)
- YouTube (embedded video content)
- Social media platforms (where embedded content or sharing buttons are present)
These third parties have their own cookie and privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.
4. How to Control Cookies
You can control or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- See which cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies from being set
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of this and many other websites.
To opt out of Google personalised advertising specifically, visit: https://www.google.com/settings/ads
5. Do Not Track
Some browsers have a “Do Not Track” feature. The Open Handbook does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals, but we are committed to reviewing this as standards evolve.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes are effective immediately upon posting.
7. Contact
For questions about our use of cookies, email: corrections@theopenhandbook.com
