Cookie Policy
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that your computer downloads when you visit a website. They contain information that your computer uses for the website and can range from essential uses such as keeping you logged in to an account or remembering where you’ve been on a website, to advertising cookies or analytics cookies, which track how you use a service.
On the GoPhysics website, we only use cookies that are essential for our website to function. We do not use analytics or advertising cookies on our website. The cookies we use and the function they provide can be found below:
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Purpose: This cookie is essential for the platform to verify if your browser accepts cookies, which is critical for many site functions, like maintaining sessions (e.g., login or keeping items in a shopping cart).
Why it’s necessary: Without this cookie, the website wouldn’t be able to know if cookies can be used, which could break important functionality. It’s considered a strictly necessary cookie because it’s vital for the site to function correctly, and it may not be possible to disable it via the Squarespace platform.
How long it lasts: This cookie never expires.
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Purpose: Helps keep your information safe while browsing by preventing cross-site request forgery (a type of hacking attempt).
Why it’s necessary: It protects your data and ensures secure browsing.
How long it lasts: Only while you are on the website.
ss_cvr
Purpose: Helps us understand how many unique visitors come to the site. It collects anonymous usage data.
Why it’s necessary: This cookie helps maintain the performance and functionality of the site.
How long it lasts: 1 year, 1 month, and 4 days.
ss_cvt
Purpose: Tracks each visit to see how users navigate the site. It collects anonymous usage data.
Why it’s necessary: It helps manage traffic on the website and improves your browsing experience.
How long it lasts: 1 hour.
loglevel
Purpose: Related to debugging and logging activities on the website. It’s used to manage the log level for the JavaScript console, meaning it helps developers see how the site is functioning in the background and troubleshoot errors.
Why it’s necessary: Even though it’s primarily a developer tool, it’s essential for the site’s stability and functionality. It doesn’t track any personal information, making it strictly necessary for ensuring the site runs smoothly.
How long it lasts: This cookie never expires.
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Purpose: Used by Google to tell the difference between humans and bots to protect the site from spam.
Why it’s necessary: It ensures that only real people can access certain parts of the website, keeping it safe from spam attacks.
How long it lasts: This cookie never expires.
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Purpose: Also used by Google to identify if a visitor is a human or a bot.
Why it’s necessary: It helps keep the site safe and secure by distinguishing between human users and automated bots.
How long it lasts: Only while you are on the website.
RecentRedirect
Purpose: Prevents redirect loops (when the site keeps sending you back and forth between pages).
Why it’s necessary: It stops the site from getting stuck in a loop, ensuring a smooth experience for users.
How long it lasts: Less than a minute.
As the cookies we use are necessary, we do not need your consent to use them. If this should change, we will implement a cookie preference system and update this policy.
Last updated 06 October 2024.