Cookie Policy
Last updated: April 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. Local storage is a similar technology that allows websites to save data in your browser. BhutanWiki uses both sparingly and only for essential functionality.
Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
sb-*-auth-token | Supabase authentication session — keeps you signed in | Session / 1 week |
sb-*-auth-token-code-verifier | PKCE authentication flow security token | Session |
Preference Storage (Local Storage)
These are saved in your browser's local storage (not cookies) and remember your preferences.
| Key | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
bhutanwiki-low-data | Remembers your Low Data Mode preference (hides images/maps) | Until cleared |
bhutanwiki-cookie-consent | Records your cookie consent choice | Until cleared |
bhutanwiki-content-warning-* | Remembers when you dismiss a content warning on sensitive articles | Until cleared |
Cookies We Do NOT Use
- Advertising cookies — we have no advertising
- Analytics/tracking cookies — we do not use Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or similar
- Third-party cookies — no external services set cookies on our site
- Cross-site tracking — we do not track you across other websites
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Note that blocking essential cookies will prevent you from signing in or editing articles.
To clear BhutanWiki's local storage preferences, you can use your browser's developer tools (Application > Local Storage) or clear your browsing data.
Your Choices
- Accept All — allows essential cookies and preference storage
- Essential Only — allows only authentication cookies; preferences are not saved between visits
You can change your choice at any time by clearing your browser's cookies and local storage for bhutanwiki.org, which will re-display the consent banner.