Effective Date: January 1, 2025 | Last Updated: February 14, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how 111111 ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on josnston.site. We operate with high data transparency and adhere to Google Consent Mode v2 standards, ensuring non-essential trackers remain dormant until you explicitly grant permission.
Cookies are small alphanumeric text files stored on your computer, tablet, or smartphone by your web browser when visiting websites. They allow platforms to recognize your device across sessions, maintain security, remember user language settings, and measure readership metrics anonymously.
We utilize cookies for distinct operational purposes:
We have integrated Google Consent Mode v2 (Advanced Implementation). Prior to any explicit interaction with our cookie banner, all non-essential storage signals default to denied:
ad_storage: 'denied'ad_user_data: 'denied'ad_personalization: 'denied'analytics_storage: 'denied'personalization_storage: 'denied'security_storage: 'granted' (Strictly necessary)functionality_storage: 'granted' (Strictly necessary)Only upon selecting "Accept All" or enabling specific categories within our customized consent panel will these signals be dynamically updated to granted via gtag('consent', 'update', ...). Your preferences are recorded locally in your browser storage and respected across visits.
You can re-open the settings banner and alter or revoke your consent at any time by clicking the permanent link located in the footer of every page.
| Category | Purpose | Consent Mode Signals | Default Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Core site functions, session stability, security tokens | security_storage, functionality_storage | Granted (Always Active) |
| Analytics | Aggregated readership volume and dispatch engagement | analytics_storage | Denied (Opt-in required) |
| Advertising & Media | Measurement of campaign outreach and narrative sharing | ad_storage, ad_user_data, ad_personalization | Denied (Opt-in required) |
| Personalization | Remembering tailored travel preferences and filters | personalization_storage | Denied (Opt-in required) |
| Cookie Name | Provider | Primary Function | Retention Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|
| user_consent_prefs | josnston.site (Local) | Stores your cookie consent selections | 12 Months |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes anonymous visitors (if consented) | 2 Years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state (if consented) | 2 Years |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads (Optional) | Measures ad conversion efficiency (if consented) | 90 Days |
Most modern web browsers allow you to manage cookie settings directly. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies, remove existing ones, or warn you before a cookie is saved. Instructions for leading browsers:
When third-party tools are engaged, data transfers conform to our partners' privacy standards. For details on Google's privacy framework, consult the Google Privacy & Terms portal.
We may update this policy occasionally to account for new regulatory standards or technological features. The revision timestamp at the top will indicate when changes took effect.
If you have any questions regarding our use of cookies or Consent Mode configuration, please email us directly: [email protected].