Data Transparency

Cookie & Storage Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026 • Last Revised: January 2026

1. What Are Cookies and Local Storage?

Cookies and client-side web storage (such as localStorage) are small text files or key-value data structures stored directly in your web browser. These mechanisms enable websites to recall your actions, maintain security settings, and evaluate readership interaction over time.

2. Cookie Classification Table

The table below provides a comprehensive itemisation of the technical storage mechanisms utilised on choicegrdfriendflck.baby:

Storage Key / Name Category Purpose Retention
choicegrd_cookie_consent Strictly Necessary Stores your cookie consent choice (accept, reject, custom). 12 Months (Persistent)
__cf_bm / _sec_token Strictly Necessary Employed by edge CDN to distinguish humans from malicious bots. Session / 30 Minutes
_cg_archive_ref Analytics / Telemetry Aggregates anonymous reading dwell times on historical dossiers. 90 Days
_cg_pref_display Functional Stores UI display parameters (such as reduced-motion preferences). 6 Months

3. Managing & Opting Out in Your Web Browser

In addition to using our site consent banner, you can control or block cookies at the browser level:

  • Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data.
  • Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Enhanced Tracking Protection > Cookies.
  • Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Block all cookies / Manage Website Data.
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies.

Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may impair the structural layout and interactive features of the research archive.

4. Updates to This Policy

We may periodically update our Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our technical architecture or regulatory guidelines. Modifications will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

5. Inquiries

For questions regarding our cookie implementation, contact [email protected].