Last updated: February 2, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we use, and how you can control your cookie preferences.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their site is being used.
Cookies allow websites to remember your preferences and settings, keep you logged in, and understand how you interact with the site.
Types of Cookies
Cookies can be classified by their lifespan and the party that sets them:
By Duration
Session Cookies
These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They are essential for the website to function properly during your visit.
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period of time or until you delete them. They help websites remember your preferences and settings for future visits.
By Source
First-Party Cookies
These are set by the website you are visiting (powder-radar.com) and can only be read by that site.
Third-Party Cookies
These are set by services other than the website you are visiting, such as analytics providers. We use Google Analytics, which sets third-party cookies.
Cookies We Use
Below is a detailed list of the cookies used on Powder Radar:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as logging in or setting your privacy preferences.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
session |
Maintains your logged-in state and session data | Session |
csrf_token |
Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your settings and preferences to enhance your experience on future visits.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
cookie_consent |
Remembers your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
units_preference |
Stores your preferred measurement units (metric/imperial) | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use Google Analytics for this purpose.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
_ga_* |
Google Analytics - Maintains session state | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
_gat |
Google Analytics - Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
About Google Analytics
Google Analytics is a web analytics service provided by Google that tracks and reports website traffic. Google uses the data collected to track and monitor the use of our Service.
You can opt-out of having your activity on the Service available to Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
For more information on Google's privacy practices, visit the Google Privacy & Terms page.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
Through Our Website
When you first visit Powder Radar, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your cookies and revisiting the site.
Through Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. Here are links to cookie management instructions for popular browsers:
Important Note
Disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our website, such as staying logged in or remembering your preferences. We recommend keeping essential cookies enabled for the best experience.
Web Beacons and Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use web beacons (also known as pixel tags or clear GIFs) in our emails and on our website. Web beacons are tiny graphics that allow us to track how many people have opened an email or visited a page.
Web beacons do not store any personal information on your device and are typically used in conjunction with cookies. You can disable web beacons in emails by configuring your email client to not display images by default.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
More Information
For more information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data, please read our Privacy Policy.