1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly and provide information about how visitors use the site.

2. How we use cookies

Assistly uses cookies to:

• Ensure the website functions correctly

• Analyse website traffic and user behaviour

• Improve website performance and user experience

3. Types of cookies we use

Essential cookies

These are required for the website to function. They cannot be disabled.

Analytics cookies

We use Squarespace Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website, including:

• Pages visited

• Time spent on pages

• User navigation patterns

This helps us improve website performance.

Functionality cookies

These may remember user preferences or settings to improve user experience.

4. Third-party cookies

Some cookies may be set by third-party services we use, including:

• Squarespace (website platform and analytics)

• Stripe (payment processing, where applicable)

• Substack (newsletter signup and email tracking)

We do not control third-party cookies directly.

5. Managing cookies

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Most browsers allow you to:

• View cookies

• Delete cookies

• Block cookies entirely

Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

6. Consent

By continuing to use this website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

7. Changes to this policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page.

Effective Date: 4 July 2026