COOKIE POLICY
Effective Date: April 1st, 2026
I. CONTROLLER INFORMATION
This website, https://www.badgirlsjournal.com (the “Website”), is operated by STOYANOVA Group LTD (the “Controller”).
For any questions regarding this Cookie Policy or the use of cookies, you may contact: editorial@badgirlsjournal.com
II. SCOPE AND PURPOSE
This Cookie Policy explains how cookies and similar technologies are used when you access or use the Website.
It provides detailed information regarding the types of cookies used, their purpose, and how users may manage or withdraw their consent.
The use of cookies is carried out in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) and the ePrivacy Directive.
III. WHAT ARE COOKIES
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile device) when you visit a website. They are widely used to ensure the proper functioning of websites, improve user experience, and provide analytical or marketing information.
Cookies may be:
- First-party cookies (set by the Website), or
- Third-party cookies (set by external providers)
IV. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE
The Website uses the following categories of cookies:
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of the Website and cannot be disabled in our systems.
They are typically set in response to actions made by you, such as setting privacy preferences or accessing secure areas of the Website.
The legal basis for the use of these cookies is Article 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest).
2. Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering user preferences and interactions.
They may be set by the Website or by third-party providers whose services are integrated into the Website.
3. Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to measure and analyze how users interact with the Website.
We use Google Analytics (GA4) to collect aggregated information such as:
- Number of visitors
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Traffic sources
Where applicable, IP anonymization is implemented.
The legal basis for these cookies is Article 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent).
4. Performance Cookies
These cookies are used to monitor and improve the performance of the Website by analyzing key usage metrics.
They help us identify technical issues and optimize the user experience.
5. Advertisement Cookies
These cookies may be used to deliver personalized advertisements and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
They may track browsing activity across websites and build user profiles.
6. Uncategorized Cookies
These are cookies that are currently being analyzed and have not yet been classified into a specific category.
They will be assigned to appropriate categories once their purpose is determined.
V. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES
The Website may include content and services provided by third parties, which may set their own cookies.
These may include, but are not limited to:
- Google (Google Analytics)
- YouTube
- Affiliate and third-party product platforms (e.g., product listings, embedded content)
Such third parties may collect data regarding your interaction with their content in accordance with their respective privacy policies.
VI. COOKIE CONSENT AND CONTROL
When you first visit the Website, you are presented with a cookie consent banner. You have the ability to:
Accept all cookies
Reject all non-essential cookies
Customize your preferences by category
Non-essential cookies are only activated after obtaining your explicit consent in accordance with Article 6(1)(a) GDPR.
You may withdraw or modify your consent at any time via the cookie settings available on the Website.
VII. COOKIE RETENTION
Cookies are stored for varying durations depending on their purpose.
- Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period or until manually deleted
Specific retention periods may vary depending on the cookie provider.
VIII. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
This Cookie Policy may be updated. Any changes will be published on this page.
IX. CONTACT
For any questions regarding this Cookie Policy, please contact: editorial@badgirlsjournal.com