Cookie Policy & Tracking Architecture
1. What Are Cookies and Local Storage?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to ensure websites function correctly, remember your preferences, and deliver anonymous reporting statistics. Platformranklt also utilizes browser localStorage to store consent choices without re-querying you on every page reload.
2. Detailed Inventory of Cookies Used
The following table provides a complete breakdown of all cookies and browser storage keys deployed on platformranklt.store:
| Cookie / Key Name | Category | Lifespan | Purpose & Data Stored |
|---|---|---|---|
cookieConsent |
Essential / Functional | Persistent (1 Year) | Stores your cookie consent choice ('accepted' or 'essential_only') to prevent popup intrusion. |
pl_sess_id |
Strictly Necessary | Session | Maintains navigation states and security tokens across multi-page directory lookups. |
_pk_ref / _pk_id |
Performance / Analytics | 13 Months | Anonymized metrics regarding visitor flow, popular village monographs, and device screen dimensions. |
3. Managing and Disabling Cookies
You can adjust your browser settings to decline all cookies or to receive an alert when a cookie is sent. Instructions for major web browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data.
- Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Enhanced Tracking Protection.
- Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Block all cookies.
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions.
Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may impair the functionality of our interactive village filtering map.