Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 25, 2026
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help sites remember your preferences and understand how you interact with the pages.
Cookies We Use
| Cookie | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| gdhq_tracking_consent | Essential | 1 year | Stores your cookie consent choice (accepted or declined). |
| _clck | Analytics | 1 year | Microsoft Clarity. Persists a unique user ID for usage tracking. |
| _clsk | Analytics | 1 day | Microsoft Clarity. Connects page views into a single session. |
| CLID | Analytics | 1 year | Microsoft Clarity. Identifies returning users across sessions. |
| ANONCHK | Analytics | Session | Microsoft Clarity. Checks whether the user's browser supports cookies. |
| MR | Analytics | 7 days | Microsoft Clarity. Used for analytics and reporting. |
| SM | Analytics | Session | Microsoft Clarity. Synchronizes user ID across Microsoft domains. |
| cf_clearance | Essential | 30 minutes | Cloudflare. Confirms you passed a security check. |
Essential vs. Analytics
Essential cookies are required for the site to work properly. They store your consent choice and handle security. These cannot be turned off.
Analytics cookiesare only set if you click “Accept” on our consent banner. They help us understand which pages are popular and how visitors move through the site. If you decline, no analytics cookies are placed and no usage data is collected.
Managing Your Preferences
You can change your cookie preference at any time by clicking “Manage Cookies” in the site footer. You can also clear cookies through your browser settings, which will reset your consent and show the banner again on your next visit.
Most browsers also let you block third-party cookies entirely. See your browser's help pages for instructions.
Third-Party Services
Microsoft Clarity is the only third-party service that sets cookies on this site. For details on how Microsoft handles data, see the Microsoft Privacy Statement.
Questions
If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us at [email protected].