What cookies do
Cookies are small text files saved by a website, while local storage is a similar browser mechanism that can retain information on your device. They can support core functions, remember choices or provide anonymous information about how a website is used. We do not use cookies to sell personal information.
Cookie categories
| Category | Example / purpose | Duration | Choice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | jollystack-cookie-choice records whether you accepted, rejected or opened preferences so the banner does not reappear on every page. | Up to 12 months | Always active when the site is used |
| Analytics | Aggregated page and performance measurement, if an analytics service is enabled in a future release. | Provider-defined; normally up to 14 months | Optional; reject through the banner |
| Functional | May remember non-essential display or accessibility preferences if such features are introduced. | Provider-defined | Optional; reject through the banner |
Consent and changing your choice
On your first visit, the banner offers Accept All, Reject Non-Essential and Preferences. Your selection is stored in local storage under the site’s cookie-choice key. To change it, clear site data in your browser and reload the website; the banner will appear again. If optional services are added, their settings will be described here before activation.
Browser controls
Most browsers let you block, delete or restrict cookies through Settings or Preferences. In Chrome, open Settings, Privacy and security, then Third-party cookies. In Firefox, open Settings, Privacy & Security. In Safari, open Settings, Privacy. In Microsoft Edge, open Settings, Cookies and site permissions. Menus can change between versions, so consult your browser’s current help pages.
Blocking all storage may cause the cookie banner to return and may prevent preference features from working. Essential site content should remain available. You can also use private browsing, which usually deletes local data when the private window closes.
Third parties and updates
External websites linked from our pages may set their own cookies when you visit them. Their policies control those cookies. We review this policy when our technology changes and will update the date and table where necessary. Questions about cookies can be sent to [email protected].