What a cookie is
A cookie is a small text file stored on your device when you visit a website. Cookies allow a site to remember choices you made on a previous visit (such as whether you accepted the cookie banner) or to collect anonymous data about how readers navigate the publication. Cookies do not install software and cannot read files from your device.
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies operate the site's core functionality. They cannot be declined while you use the site, because without them key features stop working.
- stratfordreel_t56_consent (localStorage) — stores your cookie-consent preference so the banner does not reappear on every page. Retained until you clear your browser data.
- stratfordreel_t56_age (sessionStorage) — records that you confirmed your age during the current browser session. Cleared when you close the browser tab.
Analytics cookies (consent required)
We use Google Analytics to understand aggregate readership patterns — which pages attract the most traffic, which devices visitors use, and which countries the audience comes from. No individual is identified; the data is reviewed in aggregate to improve editorial coverage.
- _ga (Google Analytics) — distinguishes visitors by assigning a random identifier. Expires after 2 years.
- _ga_* (Google Analytics session) — maintains a session state for the current browsing session.
These cookies are set only when you click "Accept all" on the consent banner.
Marketing cookies (consent required)
At present we do not run paid advertising campaigns. If this changes, marketing cookies will be documented here before they are activated.
Third-party cookies
Clicking a "Visit" link to an operator's site may result in that operator placing its own tracking cookies on your device. StratfordReel does not control those cookies. Refer to each operator's own cookie notice for details.
How to manage cookies
You can withdraw or adjust your consent at any time by clicking "Cookie settings" in the footer. You can also delete cookies or prevent new ones being set through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Blocking all cookies may stop the age gate and consent functions from working correctly on StratfordReel.
Questions
If you have questions about how we use cookies, write to us via the contact page or email [email protected].