Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Royal Stationery and Book Depot ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on the MyBookSmart website.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help the website recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferences and login status.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

a) Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionalities such as user authentication, session management, and security. Without these cookies, the website cannot operate correctly.

• Session cookies for maintaining your login state
• CSRF tokens for form security
• Shopping cart and order session data

b) Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your school selection or language preference) and provide enhanced features.

• Remembering your selected school
• Storing your preferred settings

c) Analytics Cookies

We may use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve the user experience. These cookies collect information anonymously.

• Pages visited and time spent
• Traffic sources and navigation patterns
• Error reports and performance data

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services we use:

• Payment Gateways: Cookies set during the payment process for transaction security
• Analytics Providers: Cookies for website usage analysis

4. How to Manage Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View cookies stored on your device
• Delete all or specific cookies
• Block cookies from all or specific websites
• Set preferences for certain types of cookies

Please note that disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our website, such as placing orders or logging into your account.

5. Cookie Retention

Cookies are retained for varying periods depending on their purpose:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Retained for a set period (typically up to 1 year) or until you delete them

6. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: