Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies and Local Storage?

Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, tablet, or smartphone when you visit web pages. They permit websites to remember user actions, retain preferences, and analyze navigational flow. Similar browser technologies, including HTML5 localStorage, allow sites to store operational variables directly on your client terminal.

2. Specific Cookies & Storage Keys We Utilize

• curious_cookie_consent: An essential localStorage key used to store your preference regarding cookie categories. It prevents repetitive consent banners from displaying on subsequent visits. (Persistent).
• Session Navigation Cookies: Temporary memory cookies ensuring smooth transition between country profiles, articles, and search filters. (Expires upon closing browser).
• Anonymous Analytical Metrics: Aggregated measurement cookies recording country search query frequencies and bounce rates to optimize directory indexing.

3. Managing and Disabling Cookies

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by configuring your browser settings to reject all cookies or to alert you whenever a website sets a cookie. However, disabling certain essential cookies may impair filter mechanisms and interactive features within our legal atlas.

For more instructions on browser controls, visit allaboutcookies.org or contact our technical support at [email protected].