Cookie Policy
Last updated: November 7, 2025
Summary
- We use strictly necessary cookies to keep the site reliable and secure (including Cloudflare protection).
- Optional cookies (e.g., analytics) are only used if enabled in our configuration—see the table below.
- You can control cookies at any time via your browser settings. See How to manage cookies.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They help with core functionality (like security), remembering preferences, and—if enabled—understanding how the site is used to improve it. Similar technologies (like localStorage or sessionStorage) may be used for related purposes.
Types of cookies we may use
- Strictly necessary: Required for the site to function and to protect against abuse. These cannot be switched off in our systems.
- Performance/analytics (optional): Help us understand usage (e.g., page views, navigation). Set only if analytics is enabled in our deployment.
- Preference (optional): Remember choices like theme or language.
Cookies we use
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
__cf_bm | Cloudflare | Bot management & request integrity to keep the site available and secure. | Up to 30 minutes | Strictly necessary |
cf_clearance | Cloudflare | Remembers that you passed a challenge to prevent repeated verifications. | Up to 1 year (varies) | Strictly necessary |
_cfuvid | Cloudflare | Per-request token that allows Cloudflare to manage rate limiting/security. | Session | Strictly necessary |
site_theme | esobczak.com | Stores your light/dark theme preference. | 6 months | Preference (optional) |
_ga | Google Analytics (if enabled) | Distinguishes users for aggregated usage statistics. | 2 years | Performance/analytics (optional) |
_ga_* | Google Analytics (if enabled) | Persists session state for analytics. | 2 years | Performance/analytics (optional) |
plausible_ignore | Plausible (if enabled) | Opt-out indicator to prevent analytics tracking on this browser. | 1 year | Performance/analytics (optional) |
Notes: Exact cookie names, durations, and presence may vary by deployment and Cloudflare features in use. Optional analytics cookies are set only if analytics is configured for this site.
How to manage cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. You can usually find these controls under Privacy or Security settings. If you block strictly-necessary cookies, some site features may not work correctly.
- Clear existing cookies and site data.
- Block third-party cookies or all cookies (not recommended).
- Set per-site permissions (allow/block as needed).
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes to our site or legal requirements. We’ll post the updated date at the top of this page when changes are made.
Contact
Questions about this policy? Visit our Contact page.