1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, tablet, or mobile device by websites that you visit. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, remember your display preferences, prevent unauthorized form submissions, and provide anonymized statistical telemetry to site operators.
2. Categories of Cookies We Deploy
Our website classifies cookies and local storage mechanisms into three distinct operational tiers:
- Strictly Essential: Fundamental to site security, layout rendering, and storing consent preferences. These cannot be disabled through our consent banner.
- Analytical / Performance: Aggregate anonymous metrics regarding page load speed, popular guides, and navigational flow to guide our editorial schedule.
- Functional Preferences: Store client-side choices, such as high-contrast preferences or modal dismissals.
3. Active Cookie Registry
| Cookie / Key Name | Classification | Purpose Description | Retention Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
clipcottage_cookie_pref |
Essential (Local Storage) | Stores user consent choice (accept/reject/preferences) | 12 Months |
_cc_session_token |
Essential (Session) | Maintains stateless CSRF security during form submissions | Session End |
_cc_analytics_id |
Analytics (Optional) | Anonymized visitor ID for aggregate article view count | 90 Days |
4. Managing and Disabling Cookies in Your Browser
In addition to using our on-site cookie preference modal, you can control or delete cookies directly through your web browser settings. Please refer to the official instructions for your specific browser:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Third-party cookies.
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data.
- Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data.
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies.
Impact of Disabling Essential Cookies
Please note that blocking all cookies through browser settings may degrade your experience, resulting in repeated cookie consent banners or non-functional interactive forms.
5. Updates to this Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect technological adjustments or statutory updates. Any changes will be published directly on this page with an updated revision date.