What cookies are
Cookies are small files a website stores in your browser. Sites can also store information in your browser in other ways, such as local storage. This page covers both.
What we use
| Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| taf-consent | Remembers your cookie choice | Essential (local storage) | Until you clear it |
| theme | Remembers light or dark mode | Preference (local storage) | Until you clear it |
| taf-pref-src | Stops the "preferred source" prompt reappearing for 30 days | Preference (local storage) | 30 days |
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics: counts visits and how pages are used | Analytics (cookie, set by Google) | Up to 2 years |
| taf_session | Keeps our writers signed in to the editing studio; not set for readers | Essential (cookie) | 14 days |
Your consent
If you are in the European Economic Area, the UK or Switzerland, Google Analytics cookies are set only after you click Accept on our cookie notice. Elsewhere, analytics is on by default. You can change your choice at any time using Cookie settings at the bottom of every page. We do not use advertising cookies.
Embedded content
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Controlling cookies in your browser
You can also block or delete cookies in your browser settings. Blocking essential storage may stop some features, such as remembering your cookie choice, from working.
More information
See our privacy policy for how we handle personal data.