1. What Are Cookies and Local Storage?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when you load websites. Local storage is an HTML5 client-side storage mechanism that allows modern web browsers to store key-value data directly within your browser, ensuring faster reload times without repeatedly sending cookie headers across the network.
2. Technical Audit of Cookies & Storage Keys
Below is a complete, transparent inventory of all storage mechanisms utilized across Matsyfeedflick.homes:
| Key / Token Identifier | Classification | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| matsyfeedflick_cookie_choice | Strictly Essential | Stores your cookie consent choice ("accept", "reject", "preferences") so the banner does not re-appear. | 12 Months (Local Storage) |
| __matsy_sess | Strictly Essential | Temporary session state token ensuring fast asset routing and layout state preservation during active browsing. | Session end (Browser close) |
| _pk_ref / _pk_id | Anonymous Analytics | Measures aggregated visitor metrics (bounce rates, device screen dimensions) with anonymized IP addresses. | 30 Days |
| ui_contrast_mode | Functional Preference | Stores high-contrast or reduced-motion rendering preferences if configured by the user. | 6 Months (Local Storage) |
3. Essential vs. Non-Essential Storage
Strictly Essential Storage is required for core website operation and security. Without these keys, we cannot remember whether you have dismissed our consent interface or manage responsive interface drawer states. Under the EU ePrivacy Directive (Directive 2002/58/EC) and German TTDSG (§ 25 Abs. 2), strictly necessary storage does not require prior consent.
Analytics and Functional Storage help us understand which architectural guides are most useful to our readers. These keys are only placed if you select "Accept All" or enable them inside our preferences modal.
4. Managing and Disabling Cookies in Your Web Browser
You can modify, block, or delete cookies at any time via your browser settings. Follow the specific instructions provided by your browser vendor:
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data. Select "Block third-party cookies" or "Delete cookies on close".
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Third-party cookies. Toggle "Block third-party cookies".
- Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Select "Block all cookies" or "Prevent cross-site tracking".
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions > Manage and delete cookies and site data.
5. Opt-Out of Anonymous Analytics
You can revoke your consent at any time by clearing your browser's local storage for matsyfeedflick.homes. Once cleared, our consent banner will reappear on your next visit, allowing you to select "Reject Non-Essential".
6. Updates to This Cookie Policy
Matsyfeedflick may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our technological stack or applicable European regulations. The date at the top of this document indicates the latest revision.