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Cookie & Local Storage Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026 | Last Revised: 2026

1. Principles of Browser Storage

This Cookie Policy explains how Quirkpickindx Maritime & Coastal Media Ltd. uses cookies, web beacons, and browser local storage technologies when you visit quirkpickindx.bond.

A cookie is a small text file placed upon your device by a web server. Local storage (such as HTML5 localStorage) permits web applications to persist non-identifying operational preferences directly within your browser client. We strictly separate technically essential storage from voluntary telemetry, providing you with autonomous control over non-essential trackers.

2. Comprehensive Storage Inventory

The table below sets forth the complete classification of cookies and client storage entities used across our static infrastructure:

Identifier Category Purpose & Data Held Lifespan Authority
quirk_cookie_consent Essential Stores your cookie banner decision (accept, reject, or preferences) to avoid recurring popups. 12 Months First-Party (LocalStorage)
quirk_map_last_viewed Functional Maintains the most recently inspected fjord or bay beacon on the home page interactive chart. Session First-Party (LocalStorage)
_pk_stat_ref Analytical Aggregates anonymous page view durations and referral sources with masked client IP addresses. 90 Days First-Party (Optional)
theme_high_contrast Accessibility Remembers your preference for enhanced text contrast outlines across page transitions. 12 Months First-Party (LocalStorage)

3. Managing Cookie Choices on Quirkpickindx

You are presented with our cookie banner upon your first arrival on our domain. You can record one of three clear decisions:

  • Accept All: Enables both essential state storage and voluntary analytical metric cookies.
  • Reject Non-Essential: Blocks all non-essential storage. Only quirk_cookie_consent is retained so our system remembers your refusal.
  • Preferences: Opens fine-grained toggle options to manage each functional category individually.

You may reset your saved preference at any time by clearing your browser cache and local storage, or by clicking the button below:

4. Browser-Level Disablement & Opt-Out Instructions

In addition to our on-page consent controls, all modern web browsers allow you to manage or block cookies entirely. Note that blocking essential cookies may affect client-side layout stability:

  • Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Third-party cookies → Block third-party cookies or customized site permissions.
  • Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Enhanced Tracking Protection → Strict, or Custom cookie management.
  • Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Prevent cross-site tracking and Block all cookies.
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies and site data.

5. Amendments to this Policy

We periodically review this policy to reflect modifications in statutory guidelines or changes in our technical architecture. Any revisions will be published immediately to this URL with a revised effective timestamp.

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Legal Entity: Quirkpickindx Maritime & Coastal Media Ltd.

Company Number: OC419824

Registered Address: 48 Marina Terrace, Quay Quarter, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 3XQ, United Kingdom

Inquiries: [email protected]

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