Cookie Policy
Technical overview of local storage and cookie usage • Updated January 2026
1. Understanding Cookies and Local Storage
Cookies are small text records stored on your computer or mobile device when accessing modern web pages. They serve diverse roles: preserving your session state, retaining display preferences, keeping your cookie banner choice active, and collecting aggregated metrics on page performance. In addition to HTTP cookies, this platform uses browser localStorage to store your consent choices.
2. Classification Table of Employed Cookies
The table below details all cookies and local storage tokens active on brightsvaultbundle.pics:
| Cookie / Key Name | Category | Provider | Retention | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
brightsvault_cookie_choice_2026 |
Strictly Necessary (Storage) | First-party | 12 months | Stores your cookie consent choice so the banner does not reappear on every page. |
__cf_bm |
Security / Necessary | Cloudflare / Gateway | 30 minutes | Protects platform infrastructure against automated credential stuffing and bot networks. |
_bvb_session_id |
Functional | First-party | Session only | Maintains state continuity across complex article filters and search queries. |
_pk_id / _pk_ses |
Analytics / Performance | Self-hosted Matomo | 13 months | Collects anonymized page counts and device resolution metrics without personal tracking. |
3. Legal Basis for Processing
Strictly necessary cookies and storage keys are loaded automatically on the legal ground of Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in providing an operational, secure online service) and § 25(2) No. 2 TTDSG. Performance, functional, and analytical cookies are activated only if you provide affirmative consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR and § 25(1) TTDSG) via our consent banner.
4. Managing and Revoking Cookie Preferences
You can adjust or revoke your cookie choices at any point. To clear your stored consent choice on this device, delete the brightsvault_cookie_choice_2026 entry from your browser's local storage or clear your site cookies, then reload the page to bring back the selection dialog.
You can also configure your web browser to automatically reject all cookies or block third-party trackers:
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Enhanced Tracking Protection.
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Third-party cookies.
- Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Prevent cross-site tracking.
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies.
5. Questions and Contact
For additional details regarding our data protection policies or technical cookie mechanisms, reach out to our team at [email protected].