Cookies & similar tech
A quick reference for Mike Brewer Economics. Exact cookies depend on how the live site is hosted and which optional tools are turned on.
Last updated April 10, 2026
Category
Purpose
Typical duration
Your control
Strictly necessary
Keeps the site working: security, load balancing, and similar core functions from your hosting provider.
Session or short-lived
Cannot be disabled without breaking the site.
Preferences
Remembers choices such as theme if the UI offers it, or language where implemented.
Typically 12 months or until cleared
Clear site data in your browser or use settings where available.
Local storage (sign-in demo)
Stores a minimal user profile when you use the built-in demo login—not a third-party cookie, but similar in effect on your device.
Until you clear storage or sign out
Sign out or clear site data for this origin.
Analytics (optional)
If your operator adds Google Analytics, Plausible, or similar, those tools set their own cookies or use first-party endpoints.
Per vendor policy
Managed via consent banner or browser blocking, per deployment.
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