What cookies Dark Protocols uses, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
This Cookie Policy explains how Dark Protocols Pty Ltd (ABN 45 123 456 789), operating the website at darkprotocols.info ("the Site"), uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device on subsequent visits and remember certain information about your preferences or actions.
Cookies can be "session cookies" (which expire when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them). Cookies set by the website operator are called "first-party cookies"; cookies set by third parties are called "third-party cookies".
Dark Protocols uses cookies for the following purposes:
These cookies are essential for the Site to function correctly. They cannot be disabled. They include cookies that remember your cookie consent preference so we do not ask you again on every page.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| dp_cookies_accepted | Stores your cookie consent preference (accepted or declined) | 1 year | First-party, localStorage |
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with the Site — which pages are most popular, how long visitors stay, and where they navigate from. This data is collected in aggregated, anonymised form and is used solely to improve the Site's content and structure.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users for Google Analytics | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state for Google Analytics 4 | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
| _gid | Distinguishes users for Google Analytics (session-level) | 24 hours | Third-party (Google) |
Functional cookies allow the Site to remember choices you make (such as your preferred content filters on the Reviews page) and provide enhanced, personalised features. These cookies do not track your browsing activity on other websites.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| dp_review_filter | Remembers your selected genre filter on the Reviews page | Session | First-party |
Dark Protocols does not use:
When you first visit the Site, a cookie consent banner will appear at the bottom of the screen. You may accept or decline non-essential cookies at that time.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Site. Instructions for managing cookies in common browsers:
We use Google Analytics to analyse Site traffic. Google Analytics collects data in accordance with Google's privacy policy, available at policies.google.com/privacy. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies or applicable law. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: