Effective Date

June 2026

1. What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help the website recognize your device and understand how you interact with the content.

2. How We Use Cookies

Layne Ryn Alba (laynerynalba.com) uses cookies strictly to understand how visitors interact with the site. We use this information to improve the user experience and ensure the content is working correctly for industry professionals (directors, casting agents) viewing the site.

We do not use cookies for:

• Advertising or retargeting (e.g., Facebook/Instagram ads)

• Selling your data to third parties

• Tracking you across other websites

3. The Cookies We Set

Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are required for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to your actions, such as logging in, filling out forms, or setting privacy preferences.

• Legal Basis: Legitimate Interest (GDPR Art. 6(1)(f) / PECR Exception)

Performance & Analytics (Google Analytics)

We use Google Analytics to count visits, see which pages are most popular, and track how users found the site (e.g., via a direct link or social media). This helps us understand if casting directors are finding the "About" section or the "Reel" easily.

• Data Collected: Anonymized IP address, Browser type, Page views, General location (country/city level).

• Retention Period: Data is automatically deleted after 12 months.

• Legal Basis: Consent (GDPR Art. 6(1)(a))

Note: The information collected is aggregated and anonymized. We do not track individual users.

4. Your Consent (The "Cookie Banner")

When you first visit this site from Europe or the UK, you will see a banner asking for your permission.

• By clicking "Opt In," you consent to the Google Analytics cookie being placed on your device.

• By clicking "Opt Out" or closing the banner without accepting, we will not place any non-essential cookies on your device.

You can change your mind at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of this website.

5. How to Control Cookies (Browser Settings)

Most modern browsers allow you to block cookies entirely.

• To opt out of Google Analytics across all websites, you can install the official Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

• To manage cookies just for this site, please use the "Cookie Settings" link below.

6. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Notice, please contact Layne via email.