Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. We also use browser localStorage, which works similarly but is not transmitted to servers with each request.
2. Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary (cannot be disabled)
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| gtc_cookie_consent | Records that you have accepted this cookie policy | 1 year |
| remark42_session | Maintains your comment session if you post a comment | Session |
Functional (improve your experience)
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| gtc_theme | Stores your dark/light mode preference (localStorage) | Persistent |
Analytics
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga, _gid | Google Analytics — tracks page views and site usage anonymously | 2 years / 24 hours |
Advertising
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Various Google cookies | Google AdSense uses cookies to serve and measure ads based on your interests | Up to 13 months |
3. Google AdSense and Personalized Advertising
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this site and other sites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings or by visiting aboutads.info.
4. Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or be notified when cookies are set. Note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking specifically, install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
5. Cookie Consent
On your first visit, we display a cookie consent banner. Clicking Accept records your consent in localStorage. If you do not accept, only strictly necessary cookies are set. You can withdraw consent at any time by clearing your browser's cookies and localStorage for this site.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy as we add or change cookies. The updated date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.
7. Contact
For cookie-related questions, contact us via the About page.