Last updated: 22 May 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how StormQuest ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website stormquest.info. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides broader information about how we handle your personal data.
By continuing to use our website after being presented with our cookie consent banner, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or clearing your cookies.
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to the website owner.
Cookies can be:
The table below describes the categories of cookies used on stormquest.info:
| Category | Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | sq_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preference so the banner is not shown on every page visit. | 1 year |
| Essential | sq_session | Maintains your session state while browsing the site. | Session |
| Analytics | _ga, _gid | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users and track page views, session duration, and traffic sources. Data is anonymised. | 2 years / 24 hours |
| Analytics | _gat | Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate. | 1 minute |
| Functional | sq_prefs | Remembers your display preferences (e.g., theme settings) for a personalised experience. | 6 months |
Essential cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function correctly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, form submissions, and security features. Without these cookies, parts of the website may not work properly.
Because essential cookies are required for the site to operate, they cannot be disabled through our cookie consent mechanism. However, you can disable them through your browser settings, though this may affect your ability to use certain features.
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with stormquest.info. This helps us identify popular content, understand user journeys, and improve the overall experience. All data collected through analytics cookies is aggregated and anonymised — we cannot identify individual users from this data.
Analytics cookies are only placed if you accept them via our cookie consent banner. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking at any time by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Functional cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as display preferences) and provide enhanced, personalised features. These cookies are only placed if you accept them via our consent banner.
In addition to cookies, we use the browser's localStorage to store your cookie consent preference (sq_cookie_consent). This is a client-side storage mechanism that does not transmit data to our servers. You can clear localStorage data through your browser's developer tools or by clearing your browsing data.
You have several options for managing cookies:
When you first visit stormquest.info, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. You can choose to "Accept All" cookies or "Decline" non-essential cookies. You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser's cookies and localStorage, which will cause the banner to reappear on your next visit.
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of stormquest.info and other websites you visit.
For analytics opt-out, you can use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. For broader advertising cookie opt-outs, you can visit the Your Online Choices website (Australian version).
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. We do not control these cookies and they are governed by the respective third parties' privacy policies. The third-party services we currently use that may set cookies include:
We regularly review the third-party services we use and update this policy accordingly.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: