1. What Are Cookies and Local Storage?
Cookies are small text files downloaded to your computer or mobile device when you access websites. They allow sites to remember your actions, preferences, and security states over time. In addition to cookies, modern web technologies utilize "localStorage" keys within your web browser to preserve user choices—such as your consent banner selection—without transmitting tracking identifiers across networks.
2. Categories of Cookies Used
We classify the storage elements deployed on Mateparadeboxs.com into three distinct tiers:
- Strictly Essential Cookies: These technical tokens are necessary for site operation, enabling navigation, skip-link focus routines, and server security. They do not store personally identifiable records and cannot be deactivated in our systems.
- Functional Local Storage: We use an item named
mateparadeboxs_cookie_consentto record whether you chose to accept or reject non-essential scripts. This prevents the banner from reappearing during your visit. - Performance and Analytics Cookies: When authorized, aggregate telemetry monitors visitor counts, popular guide sections, and page load latencies to help our design team improve the user experience.
3. Inventory of Stored Elements
| Identifier / Key | Category | Purpose | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|
__cf_bm |
Essential | Protects the site against automated malicious traffic and bot attacks. | 30 Minutes |
mateparadeboxs_cookie_consent |
Functional | Records your cookie preference (Accept / Reject / Preferences). | 12 Months |
_ga_aggregate |
Analytics (Optional) | Measures anonymous aggregate visitor counts to guide content updates. | 12 Months |
_gid_sample |
Analytics (Optional) | Differentiates anonymous visitor sessions across page requests. | 24 Hours |
4. Managing and Disabling Cookies via Browser Settings
You have full authority to manage or delete cookies directly through your web browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may impair certain features of the site layout:
- Google Chrome: Navigate to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data.
- Mozilla Firefox: Navigate to Settings > Privacy & Security > Enhanced Tracking Protection.
- Apple Safari: Navigate to Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data.
- Microsoft Edge: Navigate to Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies.
5. Updating Your Choice on Mateparadeboxs
You may reset your saved consent choice at any time. Clicking the button below clears your stored preference, allowing the cookie banner to reappear so you can update your selection:
6. Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our technological infrastructure or legal requirements. The updated date at the top of this document indicates its most recent revision.