Cookies and localStorage are different
A cookie is a small browser record that can be sent to a website's server with requests. localStorage is a browser storage mechanism available to scripts on the same origin; it is not automatically attached to ordinary server requests. Both can retain information between visits.
What the site code stores
If you use the controls below, the site saves one preference value in localStorage under rockpickfern.cookiePreference. The value is either accepted or essential. It contains no message text, email address or specimen details. It remains until you change it or clear the site's browser data; there is no automatic expiry in the supplied code.
| Record | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| rockpickfern.cookiePreference | Remember the choice made on this page | Until replaced or cleared |
| Prepared message preview | Display locally generated text in the current page | Not saved by the site to persistent storage |
Your preference record
“Accept” stores your choice; it does not activate analytics or advertising because none is included in this site's code. “Essential Only” records a restricted preference. Both choices leave the educational content available.
JavaScript is needed to read or save a preference. No optional cookies are used.
Contact text and downloaded files
The contact tool does not store its fields in localStorage. Copying writes to your device's clipboard when requested; downloading creates a file you manage yourself. Your browser may separately retain autofill or restored form state. See the Privacy notice for the distinction between local preparation and sending an email.
Managing browser data
You can delete this site's stored preference through your browser's site-data settings. Blocking localStorage does not prevent access to the articles, navigation or the core text preparation tool; the preference simply cannot be remembered. Browser settings and private browsing may also limit persistence.
Hosting and external references
This notice describes the supplied website code. Hosting or security infrastructure may process technical requests as explained in the Privacy notice. External reference sites have their own storage practices once you follow a link; they are not embedded in these pages.
If new optional technologies are introduced, the notice and relevant controls should be updated before they are used. Questions can be sent to [email protected].