Last Updated: August 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how John Mak Photography (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on:
https://johnmakphotography.com
This policy explains what cookies are, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
John Mak Photography operates from Greece and respects the privacy rights of visitors, including rights provided under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website.
They allow websites to:
- Remember preferences
- Improve functionality
- Understand how visitors interact with content
- Provide security features
- Support website performance
Cookies may be:
Session cookies
- Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent cookies
- Cookies that remain on your device for a defined period or until manually deleted.
3. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you may be presented with a cookie consent banner.
Where required by applicable privacy laws, non-essential cookies will only be placed on your device after you provide consent.
You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Manage your cookie preferences
You can withdraw or change your consent at any time through the cookie settings available on our website.
Refusing certain cookies will not prevent you from accessing the main content of our website, although some features may not function as intended.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function properly.
They may be used for:
- Website security
- Basic website functionality
- Remembering cookie preferences
- Protecting forms from abuse
These cookies do not require consent because they are necessary for providing requested website functionality.
4.2 Analytics Cookies
With your consent, we may use analytics services including:
- Google Analytics
- MonsterInsights
- Burst Statistics
These cookies help us understand:
- How visitors find our website
- Which pages are visited
- How visitors interact with content
- Website performance
Information may include:
- Device type
- Browser information
- Approximate location
- Website activity
Analytics information helps us improve educational content and website performance.
4.3 Communication and Marketing Cookies
With your consent, we may use services including:
- HubSpot
- OptinMonster
These technologies may help us:
- Manage newsletter subscriptions
- Understand interactions with forms
- Improve communication with visitors
These services may collect information according to their own privacy policies.
4.4 Security and Spam Prevention Cookies
We use security tools including:
- Google reCAPTCHA
- Akismet
These services may use cookies or similar technologies to:
- Detect spam
- Prevent abuse
- Protect website forms
They may process technical information such as:
- IP address
- Browser information
- Device information
- Interaction patterns
4.5 Embedded Content Cookies
Some articles may contain embedded content from third-party platforms, including:
- YouTube
- TikTok
When you interact with embedded content, these providers may collect information or place cookies according to their own privacy policies.
Where required, embedded content may be restricted until you provide appropriate consent.
4.6 Affiliate Cookies
Some links on John Mak Photography are affiliate links.
Affiliate partners may use cookies to identify referrals and track purchases.
These cookies allow affiliate networks to determine whether a visitor completed a purchase after clicking an affiliate link.
Our affiliate relationships may include:
- Amazon Associates
- Impact.com partners
- Acasis
For more information, please see our Affiliate Disclosure.
5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
Where required by GDPR, our legal basis for using cookies is:
Consent
- For analytics, marketing, affiliate, and other non-essential cookies.
Legitimate interest
- For strictly necessary cookies required for website operation, security, and requested functionality.
You may withdraw your consent at any time.
6. Third-Party Services
Some cookies are controlled by third parties that provide services to our website.
These may include:
- HubSpot
- Social media platforms
- Affiliate networks
- Security providers
These providers may process information according to their own privacy policies.
We recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of these services for additional information.
7. Managing Cookies
You can manage cookies through:
Our Website
You can change your cookie preferences using the cookie settings tool provided by CookieYes.
Your Browser
Most browsers allow you to:
- Delete cookies
- Block cookies
- Receive warnings before cookies are stored
Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain website functionality.
8. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website.
Where required, Google Analytics cookies are activated only after consent.
Google may collect information such as:
- Device information
- Browser type
- Approximate location
- Interaction data
Google processes information according to its own privacy practices.
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy when:
- Website features change
- New services are added
- Legal requirements change
The updated version will always be published on this page with the latest revision date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or your privacy choices, contact:
John Mak Photography
Email:
contact@johnmakphotography.com
Website: