Useful Atlas uses a minimal cookie and browser storage setup. Necessary storage keeps the site secure and usable. Optional analytics storage is only used after consent where required. Advertising storage is disabled unless it is deliberately enabled in the future.
Cookie and storage overview
| Category | Purpose | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Theme preference | Stores the selected light or dark theme in local storage. | Optional, browser-local |
| Public search | Fetches a public search index from the site. No search cookie is set. | Active |
| Admin security | Uses session and CSRF cookies for the protected admin area. | Admin only |
| Consent preference | Stores the selected privacy choice so the banner does not reappear on every page. | Enabled |
| Analytics | Measures visits and usage patterns only after consent where required. | Configured |
| Advertising | Supports advertising or ad measurement only after future configuration and consent where required. | Disabled |
Optional analytics
The cookie banner is currently enabled. Google Consent Mode is currently enabled. Analytics and advertising storage stay denied until consent is granted where required. The Google tag is only loaded after analytics consent is granted.
Changing or withdrawing consent
If the consent banner is enabled, use the “Privacy choices” link in the footer to reopen the choices at any time. Choosing “Keep only necessary” disables optional analytics storage for future page views. You can also clear cookies and local storage in your browser settings.
Third-party tools
Google Analytics is configured through the consent system when enabled. Google Ads, AdSense, embedded social media widgets, and other advertising or marketing tools remain disabled unless they are explicitly configured later. Before any new third-party tool is activated, this page and the privacy policy must be updated with provider names, purposes, storage details, retention periods, and transfer information.
Essential service
The public content remains available when optional analytics is declined. Necessary cookies and local storage are limited to functions required for security, preferences, and requested site features.