Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how ApertureChina Ltd (“ApertureChina”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.aperturechina.com (the “Website”). This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which provides further detail on how we use personal data.
By continuing to use the Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using the Website.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information to the website operators.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, ApertureChina) are called “first-party cookies”. Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called “third-party cookies”. Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the Website (such as analytics, interactive content, and social media features).
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the Website cannot function properly without them.
Cookie Name Provider Purpose Expiry
crumb Squarespace CSRF protection for form submissions Session
ss_cid Squarespace Identifies unique visitors for site analytics 2 years
ss_cvr Squarespace Tracks unique visits and page views 2 years
ss_cvt Squarespace Tracks the timestamp of the last visit 30 minutes
3.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our Website. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the Website.
Cookie Name Squarespace Analytics
Provider Squarespace
Purpose Built-in site analytics to track website performance and visitor behaviour
Expiry. Various
3.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the Website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
3.4 Third-Party Cookies
Our Website may embed content from or link to third-party services, which may set their own cookies. These include:
• Substack: for our newsletter subscription (“Following the Yuan”). Substack may set its own cookies when you interact with the embedded subscription form. Please see Substack’s privacy policy for details.
• Social media platforms: links to LinkedIn, Bluesky, and other social media platforms on our Website may allow those platforms to set cookies. Please see the respective platforms’ cookie and privacy policies.
We do not control the cookies set by third parties and recommend that you check the privacy and cookie policies of those third-party services directly.
4. How to Manage Cookies
You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies, or to alert you when websites set or access cookies. If you disable or refuse cookies, please note that some parts of the Website may become inaccessible or not function properly.
Below are links to instructions for managing cookies in the most common web browsers:
• Google Chrome: support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
• Mozilla Firefox: support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/cookies-information-websites-store-on-your-computer
• Safari: support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/safari/sfri11471
• Microsoft Edge: support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies-in-microsoft-edge
You can also find out more about cookies and how to manage them at www.allaboutcookies.org.
5. Consent
When you first visit the Website, you will be shown a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Strictly necessary cookies will be placed regardless of your choice as they are essential for the Website to function.
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by adjusting your browser settings or by using the cookie management tools available on the Website.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies. The date at the top of this Cookie Policy indicates when it was last updated.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
ApertureChina Ltd
1 Mentmore Terrace, London, E8 3PN
Email: yaling@aperturechina.com
Website: www.aperturechina.com