Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 5 March 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Inkbound Publishers (“Inkbound”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), accessible at https://inkbound.org (the “Website”), uses cookies and similar technologies when users visit our Website.

Inkbound Publishers was previously known as The Law Brigade (Book) Publisher, and the current publishing platform continues the academic publishing activities formerly carried out under that name. References to “Inkbound”, “we”, “us”, or “our” in this policy refer to the publisher operating the Website and its associated publishing services.

This policy explains what cookies are, how and why we use them, and the choices available to users regarding the use of cookies. It should be read together with our Privacy Statement, which explains how we process personal data.

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on a user’s device (such as a computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when visiting a website.

Cookies enable websites to recognize a user’s device and store certain information about user preferences or past actions. They help websites operate efficiently and provide a better browsing experience.

Cookies may be categorized as:

Session cookies
Temporary cookies that expire when a user closes their browser.

Persistent cookies
Cookies that remain on the device until they expire or are manually deleted.

2. Why We Use Cookies

Inkbound uses cookies and similar technologies for several operational purposes, including:

enabling core functionality of the Website
maintaining secure user sessions
improving website performance and usability
understanding how visitors interact with the Website
supporting security and fraud prevention measures

These technologies help ensure that the Website functions effectively and allows us to improve the user experience.

3. Categories of Cookies Used

The Website may use the following categories of cookies.

Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are necessary for the operation of the Website. They enable core functions such as page navigation, account login, and secure access to restricted areas.

Without these cookies, certain services on the Website may not function properly.

Essential cookies are typically placed automatically because they are required for the functioning of the Website.

Performance and Analytics Cookies

Performance cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Website.

These cookies may collect information such as:

pages visited
time spent on pages
navigation patterns
technical performance information

This information helps us improve website design, performance, and usability.

The information collected through analytics cookies is typically aggregated and does not directly identify individual users.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow the Website to remember user preferences or settings in order to improve the browsing experience.

For example, these cookies may store language preferences or other customization settings selected by users.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies used on the Website may be placed by third-party service providers.

These services may include:

analytics platforms
embedded content providers
infrastructure or security tools

Third-party providers may collect certain information about how users interact with the Website in accordance with their own privacy policies.

Inkbound does not control the operation or data practices of third-party cookies.

Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of such third-party services for additional information.

5. Legal Basis for Cookie Use (EU and UK Users)

For visitors located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom, the use of certain cookies may be based on one of the following legal bases:

Legitimate interest
Essential cookies required for the proper functioning and security of the Website.

User consent
For non-essential cookies, such as analytics or performance cookies, where applicable.

Where required by applicable law, users may be provided with options to manage or consent to cookie usage.

6. Managing and Controlling Cookies

Users have the ability to control or limit the use of cookies through their browser settings.

Most web browsers allow users to:

delete existing cookies
block cookies entirely or from specific websites
configure notifications when cookies are placed

Instructions for managing cookies can typically be found in the help section of your web browser.

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality or availability of some parts of the Website.

7. Data Collected Through Cookies

Information collected through cookies may include technical information such as:

device type and operating system
browser type and version
IP address or approximate geographic location
pages visited and time spent on the Website

Where cookie-related data is considered personal data under applicable law, it will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

8. Changes to This Cookie Policy

Inkbound may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or Website functionality.

Any updates will be published on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Users are encouraged to review this policy periodically.

9. Contact

If you have questions regarding this Cookie Policy or how cookies are used on the Website, please contact:

Email: editor@inkbound.org