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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: March 12, 2026

At Longform Reads, we believe in the slow, thoughtful consumption of ideas. We also believe in protecting the privacy of our readers. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a seamless reading experience.


1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer or mobile) when you visit a website. They help the site recognise your device and store information about your preferences or past actions.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function, such as allowing you to navigate pages and access secure areas.

  • Performance & Analytics: These help us understand how our readers interact with our essays (e.g., which dispatches are read most) so we can improve the editorial experience.

  • Functional Cookies: These remember choices you make (like your language or region) to provide a more personalised experience.

3. Third-Party Cookies

In some cases, we use cookies provided by trusted third parties. These may include:

  • Google Analytics: To help us track and measure usage of the site so we can continue to produce high-quality long-form content.

  • Newsletter Services: If you subscribe to our archive, cookies may be used to remember if you are already registered.

  • Social Media: To allow you to share our stories on platforms like Twitter/X or LinkedIn.

4. Your Choices

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can set or amend your web browser controls to accept or refuse cookies. If you choose to reject cookies, you may still use our website, though your access to some functionality and areas of our website may be restricted.

5. Managing Cookies

Most browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings:

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please email us at lukeshumak [at] gmail.com

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