1. Understanding Cookies & Local Storage
Cookies are small alphanumeric text files stored on your computer, mobile phone, or tablet by your internet browser when you visit websites. They serve various technical functions, such as remembering your site preferences, maintaining active sessions, and helping website operators understand how visitors interact with content. In addition to HTTP cookies, modern web platforms may use browser localStorage to store user selections securely without sending data to servers on every network request.
2. Categories of Cookies We Utilize
At Reelscoopmatesm, we categorize cookies and browser storage keys based on their technical purpose:
- Strictly Necessary (Essential): Required for core site operations, navigation, and security. Because the site cannot function properly without these items, they do not require prior consent under the EU ePrivacy Directive.
- Functional Storage: Used to remember your interface preferences, such as whether you have acknowledged our cookie notice or configured the season planner widget.
- Performance & Analytics: Collect aggregated, non-identifying metrics on page load speeds, popular travel articles, and referral sources, enabling us to optimize performance across high-traffic routes.
3. Comprehensive Cookie & Storage Schedule
| Identifier / Key | Classification | Provider | Purpose Description | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
reelscoopmatesm_cookie_consent |
Essential / Functional | reelscoopmatesm.surf (First-party LocalStorage) | Remembers whether the user has chosen to accept, reject, or customize cookies so the banner is not displayed repeatedly. | Persistent (12 months) |
__cf_bm |
Strictly Necessary | Cloudflare (CDN Infrastructure) | Distinguishes human traffic from automated bot networks to protect site availability against denial-of-service attempts. | 30 minutes |
_ga_stat_id |
Analytics (Optional) | First-party / Privacy-focused Analytics | Stores an anonymized session token to gauge total reader counts per article without collecting personal identifiers. | 24 hours |
pref_season_view |
Functional | reelscoopmatesm.surf (Session Storage) | Retains the reader's active selection in the seasonal planning widget during browser navigation. | Session duration |
4. Managing and Disabling Cookies via Web Browsers
You can manage, restrict, or delete cookies at any time through your browser's security and privacy settings. Please note that disabling essential cookies may impact site navigation and functionality:
- Google Chrome: Navigate to Settings > Privacy and Security > Third-party cookies. You can choose to block third-party cookies or review stored site data.
- Mozilla Firefox: Navigate to Settings > Privacy & Security > Enhanced Tracking Protection. Select "Standard" or "Strict" to restrict tracking cookies.
- Apple Safari: Navigate to Settings > Safari > Advanced > Privacy and activate "Block All Cookies" or manage website data individually.
- Microsoft Edge: Open Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies and site data.
5. Updating Your Consent Preferences
If you wish to change your cookie settings on Reelscoopmatesm, you can clear your browser storage or delete the reelscoopmatesm_cookie_consent key. This will cause the consent banner to reappear on your next visit, allowing you to choose new preferences.
6. Enquiries Regarding Cookie Practices
For additional details regarding our privacy and data practices, please review our comprehensive Privacy Policy or send questions to our technical desk at [email protected].