Cookies
Aurapedia Cookie Statement
At Aurapedia, developed by the Auradevi Foundation under the Aura Trusts, we prioritize privacy, transparency, and the ethical use of data. This Cookie Statement outlines how we use cookies and similar technologies across aurapedia.org, and how you can manage your preferences.
1. What is a cookie?
A cookie is a small data file that is saved to your device when you visit a website. Aurapedia uses cookies for various reasons, including authentication, session maintenance, user preferences, and analytics. Cookies may be either:
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Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser.
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Persistent cookies – stored on your device for a set period or until manually removed.
We also use JavaScript, tracking pixels, and local storage to improve your experience.
2. How Aurapedia Uses Cookies
A. Functionality
These cookies are necessary for the basic operation of the site.
Examples include:
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aurapedia_auth_token: Keeps you logged in if you choose “Remember me”.
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aurapedia_user_id and aurapedia_user_name: Identify your account and retain login status.
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aurapedia_session: Maintains your session during browsing.
B. Preferences
These help us remember your personal settings and customizations.
Examples include:
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aurapedia_ui_lang: Stores your language preference.
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font_size (local storage): Saves your preferred font size.
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layout_mode (local storage): Stores your preferred layout (wide or standard).
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preferred_editor (local storage): Tracks your default editor preference.
C. Performance and Analytics
These cookies help us improve the site by collecting anonymous usage data.
Examples include:
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aurapedia_analytics_bucket: Helps with A/B testing and experiments.
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pageview_counter: Counts how many pages you’ve viewed.
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last_read_articles (local storage): Lists recently viewed articles for quick access.
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search_history (local storage): Stores your recent search terms to optimize results.
D. Third-Party Cookies
Aurapedia does not use third-party cookies without your permission. If third-party services (like social sharing buttons or embedded tools) require cookies, you will be prompted for consent. If you encounter an unauthorized third-party cookie, contact us immediately at: privacy@aurapedia.org
3. How to Manage Cookies
You can manage or disable cookies using your browser settings:
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Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
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Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
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Safari: Preferences > Privacy
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Edge: Settings > Site Permissions > Cookies and site data
Please note: Disabling essential cookies may limit your experience on Aurapedia.
4. Third-Party Hosting and Services
Some parts of Aurapedia (like forums or news) may be hosted on trusted external platforms:
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Discourse forums: Used for discussion and feedback. Only basic functionality and preference cookies are used.
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WordPress VIP: Used for our outreach blog. WordPress Stats may track how often pages are visited. No ads, no donations, and no third-party profiling are enabled.
What are my cookie options on Aurapedia?
While this isn’t an exhaustive list, here are some common steps you can take to manage or limit the use of cookies and other locally stored data on your device. Keep in mind, although cookies are not required to simply read or explore Aurapedia, certain site features may not function properly if they are disabled.
You can:
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Remove or disable specific cookies and local storage data via your browser settings. You can configure your browser to refuse all cookies or notify you when a cookie is being set.
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Use a browser that blocks third-party cookies by default.
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Install a browser extension that blocks cookies or local storage, if such a tool is available for your browser.
Disabling cookies may also prevent tracking pixels from recording user-specific activity. While a tracking pixel may still register that your IP address visited the site, it won’t be able to identify you uniquely. If you also want to prevent tracking pixels in emails, you may need to disable HTML image display in your email client—just note that this could affect how other emails appear.
Where can I find more information?
To learn more, we encourage you to read our full Privacy Policy. If you have questions or concerns, feel free to contact us at:
Thanks for being part of Aurapedia!