This Cookie Policy explains how alexandersylte.com (the “Site”) uses cookies and similar technologies. The Site is operated by Alexander Sylte / Sylte Studios.

Cookies are small text files stored on your device. Similar technologies include pixels, tags, and local storage.

The Site is built and hosted on Squarespace, which sets certain cookies automatically for site delivery, security, and basic functionality. The Site also uses third-party services including Google reCAPTCHA and Google Maps.

01. WHAT COOKIES ARE USED FOR

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

• Essential site operation (security, fraud prevention, load balancing, and core functions).

• Embedded content and third-party features (for example Google Maps).

• Spam and abuse protection (Google reCAPTCHA).

If analytics, marketing, or advertising cookies are used in the future, this policy will be updated and, where required, we will request consent via a cookie banner.

02. COOKIE CATEGORIES

a. Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are required for the Site to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. Squarespace and security services may set cookies to enable core features.

b. Functional cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation (for example remembering certain choices). If used, they may be set by Squarespace or integrated services.

c. Third-party cookies

Some features on the Site rely on third parties. When you use these features, third parties may set cookies or process data.

03. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES USED ON THIS SITE

Squarespace (hosting and site platform)

Squarespace provides the website platform and may set cookies necessary to deliver the Site, protect it, and enable basic features. Cookies and their names can change as Squarespace updates its platform.

Google reCAPTCHA (spam protection)

We use Google reCAPTCHA to protect forms and prevent spam and abuse. reCAPTCHA may collect information about your device and browser and may set cookies or use similar technologies. This processing is performed by Google.

Google Maps (embedded maps)

The Site may embed Google Maps to display locations. When you view an embedded map, Google may set cookies and process data according to Google’s policies.

For more information about Google’s processing, see:

• https://policies.google.com/privacy

• https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies

04. COOKIE CONSENT AND CONTROLS

Depending on your location, you may be shown a cookie banner and given choices regarding non-essential cookies.

You can also control cookies through your browser settings:

• You can delete existing cookies.

• You can block cookies or set your browser to alert you when cookies are being set.

Please note that blocking some cookies may affect how the Site functions, and some embedded services (such as maps) may not work.

05. LEGAL BASIS (EU/EEA)

Where EU/EEA privacy rules apply, we rely on:

• Necessity for strictly necessary cookies that are required to operate the Site and keep it secure.

• Consent for any non-essential cookies (for example analytics or marketing cookies), if used.

06. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top shows when it was last revised.

07. CONTACT

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how the Site uses cookies, contact: Alexander Sylte, +47 21 45 63 00‍, studio@alexandersylte.com