What are cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. We also use similar technologies including localStorage for storing your theme and consent preferences.
Cookies we use
Essential cookies — always active, no consent required
These are necessary for the website and platform to function. You cannot opt out of these.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| sb-<project-ref>-auth-token | Supabase authentication session (the exact name includes our project reference) | Session |
| vesuvian-theme | Your light/dark theme preference | 1 year |
| vesuvian_cookie_consent | Records your cookie consent choice | 1 year |
Analytics cookies — require your consent
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics — session tracking | 2 years |
We only load Google Analytics after you have given explicit consent. If you decline analytics cookies, no analytics data is collected. You can change your preference at any time using the Cookie Preferences link in the footer.
Marketing cookies
We currently use no marketing cookies. If this changes we will update this policy and request your consent before activating them.
Managing your preferences
Use the Cookie Preferences link in the footer of any page to review or change your choices at any time. You can also control cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect functionality.
For Google Analytics specifically, you can opt out using Google’s opt-out browser add-on at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Contact
Questions about our use of cookies: support@vesuvian.uk