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Cookie Policy

How StormControl uses cookies and similar technologies on stormcontrol.xyz.

Last updated: 27 May 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how StormControl ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit stormcontrol.xyz (the "Site"). It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website owners about how their site is used.

Cookies can be "session cookies" (which expire when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them). They can also be "first-party cookies" (set by us) or "third-party cookies" (set by a third-party service we use).

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies on stormcontrol.xyz for the following purposes:

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Site to function correctly. They enable core features such as page navigation and access to secure areas. The Site cannot function properly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled.

| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | |---|---|---| | `sc_cookies_accepted` | Records your cookie consent choice | 1 year | | `sc_session` | Maintains your session while browsing | Session |

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this data to improve the Site's content, structure, and performance.

| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | |---|---|---|---| | `_ga` | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years | | `_ga_*` | Google Analytics | Maintains session state | 2 years | | `_gid` | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users | 24 hours |

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the Site to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language or region) and provide enhanced, more personalised features.

| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | |---|---|---| | `sc_prefs` | Stores your display preferences | 6 months |

2.4 Marketing and Targeting Cookies

We do not currently use marketing or advertising cookies on stormcontrol.xyz. We do not serve targeted advertising, and we do not share your browsing data with advertising networks.

3. Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies including:

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our Site are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:

We do not control third-party cookies and recommend you review the privacy policies of those providers directly.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit stormcontrol.xyz, you will be shown a cookie consent banner. You may accept or decline non-essential cookies at that time. You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Site. Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the Site to operate.

6. Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Our Site does not currently respond to DNT signals, as there is no consistent industry standard for doing so. We will update this policy if a standard is established.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page regularly to stay informed. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: