What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember information about your visit, such as your login session or your preferences.

This website also uses browser localStorage, which works similarly but stores data only on your device and is never transmitted to a server.

Cookies This Site Uses

Strictly Necessary

• wordpress_*, wp-settings-* – Session and preference cookies set by WordPress. Only active when an authorized user is logged in to the site administration area. Not set for general visitors.
• wordpress_test_cookie – A temporary cookie used by WordPress to verify that the browser can accept cookies before completing a login. Deleted after the check.
• Cloudflare cookies – Security cookies set by Cloudflare, which provides DDoS protection and content delivery for this site. These help distinguish legitimate visitors from automated bots.
• tog_cookie_consent (localStorage) – Stores your response to this cookie notice so you are not shown it again on return visits. Stored locally on your device only.

Analytics

• _ga, _gid, _ga_* (Google Analytics 4) – Analytics cookies that help us understand how visitors use this site. These are only loaded if you accept this cookie notice. Data is aggregated and anonymous. See the Google Privacy Policy for details.

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may prevent parts of this site from functioning correctly.

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari
• Microsoft Edge

To opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Contact

Questions about this policy can be directed to the Town Clerk.

• Emailgrovetownclerk@townofgrove.gov
• Phone607-545-3342