Cookies

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Cookie Policy

Last updated: June 2026

What Cookies Are

Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device when you visit them. They help the site remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how you use the site. Some cookies are essential for the website to function; others help us improve the experience.

We are committed to being transparent about the cookies we use and giving you control over them.

Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Always Active

These are required for the website to function properly, such as keeping you logged in (session cookies), protecting against CSRF attacks, and basic navigation.

Performance / Analytics Cookies

Optional

Help us understand how visitors use the site (e.g. Google Analytics). They collect anonymous information about page views, time on site, and navigation to help us improve performance and content.

Functional Cookies

Optional

Enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences (language, theme) or remembering previous searches.

Targeting / Advertising Cookies

Optional

Used to track visitors across websites to display relevant ads or measure ad campaign effectiveness. We currently do not use aggressive advertising cookies, but may use them for limited remarketing in the future.

List of Cookies We Use

Here are the main cookies and similar technologies used on TwogPedia:

Name Purpose Duration Provider Category
twogpedia_session / PHPSESSID Keeps you logged in and maintains your session Session / 30 days TwogPedia (first-party) Necessary
twogpedia_cookie_prefs Stores your cookie consent preferences 1 year TwogPedia (first-party) Necessary
_ga, _gid, _gat Google Analytics - anonymous usage statistics 2 years / 24h / 1 min Google LLC Analytics
mw_* (MediaWiki) MediaWiki core session, edit tokens, preferences Session / various MediaWiki (first-party) Necessary
localStorage items Remember UI preferences and consent state Persistent (until cleared) TwogPedia Functional

We review this list regularly. Third-party cookies are only set after you give consent for that category.

How to Manage Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • Block all cookies
  • Delete cookies after each session
  • Block third-party cookies

Instructions:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

Please note that blocking essential cookies may affect your ability to log in or use core features of the site.

Your Consent Choices

When you first visit TwogPedia, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose:

  • Accept All – Allows all categories of cookies.
  • Reject Non-Essential – Only allows strictly necessary cookies.
  • Manage Preferences – Choose exactly which categories you want to allow.

Consent is freely given. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by visiting the Cookie Policy page or clicking "Cookie Settings" in the footer.

We do not set non-essential cookies until you have given your consent.

Related Policies

For more information about how we handle your personal data, please read our Privacy Policy.

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