Cookie policy

## What cookies are Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember preferences and understand how pages are used. ## How we use cookies SCALENetDev uses essential cookies required for basic site functions such as storing your cookie preference. Optional analytics cookies help us understand aggregate traffic if you accept them. Rejecting optional cookies does not block access to pages, forms, or engagement information. ## Cookies table | Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | SCALENetDev_cookie_consent | Stores Accept or Reject choice for the cookie banner | 1 year | SCALENetDev | | _ga | Distinguishes visitors for analytics (only if accepted) | 2 years | Google Analytics | | _ga_* | Maintains analytics session state (only if accepted) | 2 years | Google Analytics | ## Managing cookies Use Accept or Reject on the cookie banner when it appears. You can clear cookies in your browser settings at any time. Blocking essential cookies may reset your stored preference and show the banner again. ## Third-party cookies Analytics providers may set their own cookies when you accept analytics. Their processing is described in their privacy notices. ## Impact of disabling If you reject or later clear analytics cookies, we will not use optional analytics identifiers. Essential site features, including the contact form, remain available. ## More privacy detail For broader data practices see our [privacy policy](/privacy/).