Cookie Policy
Learn About the Data We Collect Through Cookies
This Cookie Policy explains how ModernPSD.com (“ModernPSD,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit or interact with our website.
This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, Refund Policy, and Terms and Conditions, as it forms part of our overall legal framework.
By continuing to browse or use ModernPSD.com, you acknowledge that cookies may be placed on your device in accordance with this policy, subject to your consent preferences where required by law.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet, or other internet-enabled device) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, improve user experience, analyse website performance, and support security and functionality.
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies, which expire when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a defined period or until deleted
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies and similar technologies:
2.1 Strictly Necessary (Essential) Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled in our systems.
They are used to:
- Enable core website functionality
- Maintain secure sessions
- Process purchases and digital delivery
- Prevent fraud and unauthorised access
Legal basis: Legitimate interest / contractual necessity
Consent required: No (where permitted by law)
Example:
- Session cookies required for secure checkout and payment processing via Paddle
2.2 Analytics & Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information such as page views, navigation paths, and usage patterns.
The data collected is used to:
- Analyse website performance
- Improve usability and content
- Detect technical issues
Legal basis: Consent (where required) or legitimate interest
Consent required: Yes in certain regions (e.g. EU/UK)
Examples:
- Google Analytics 4
- Microsoft Clarity
2.3 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies allow the website to remember your preferences and settings to provide a more personalised experience.
They may be used to:
- Remember language or display preferences
- Ensure consistent font rendering
- Support enhanced site functionality
Legal basis: Consent or legitimate interest
Consent required: Yes in some jurisdictions
Example:
- Google Fonts-related cookies
2.4 Marketing & Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements, measure campaign effectiveness, and build audiences for marketing purposes.
They may track your browsing activity across websites.
Legal basis: Consent
Consent required: Yes
Example (if implemented):
- Facebook Pixel
Marketing cookies are not enabled by default where consent is required.
3. List of Cookies Commonly Used
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Service | Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Website analytics | Google Analytics 4 | Up to 2 years |
| _gid | Session analytics | Google Analytics 4 | 24 hours |
| ClaritySession | Behaviour analytics | Microsoft Clarity | Session |
| PaddleSession | Secure payment processing | Paddle | Session |
Note: Cookie names, durations, and providers may change as services are updated.
4. Cookie Consent & Preferences
Where required by applicable law (including EU/UK ePrivacy and GDPR regulations), we implement a cookie consent mechanism that allows users to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customise cookie preferences by category
Your consent preferences are stored and can be changed at any time.
5. Managing & Disabling Cookies
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality or prevent access to some features.
Browser support pages:
- Google Chrome: Manage Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Manage Cookies
- Safari: Manage Cookies
- Microsoft Edge: Manage Cookies
Instructions vary by browser and device.
6. Legal Basis for Cookie Use
Depending on your location, cookies are used based on:
- Explicit consent (where legally required)
- Legitimate interest for essential site functionality
- Contractual necessity for secure purchases and digital delivery
Where consent is required, cookies are not placed until consent is obtained.
7. International Users
This Cookie Policy applies worldwide. Where local laws impose stricter requirements, those requirements will apply without limiting the protections described in this policy.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Legal or regulatory changes
- Updates to cookies or technologies used
- Changes in business operations
Updates take effect immediately upon publication. The “Last Updated” date will reflect the most recent revision.
9. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how cookies are used on ModernPSD.com, please contact us:
Email: contact@modernpsd.com