Cookies we set
| Name | Type | Purpose | Lifetime |
|---|---|---|---|
aav-cookies | Essential (local storage) | Remembers whether you accepted or declined analytics. | 12 months |
aav-session | Essential | Keeps forms and the preference center working; protects against cross-site request forgery. | Session |
cf_clearance / __cf_bm | Essential (security) | Set by our bot-protection and content delivery provider to tell humans from bots. | Up to 1 day |
_aav_a | Analytics (optional) | Counts visits and which stories are read, in aggregate. Set only after you click "Accept analytics". | 13 months |
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Email tracking
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