What Cookies Are
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to site operators. Cookies do not typically identify you personally; they identify your browser or device. Some cookies are deleted when you close your browser (session cookies); others remain on your device until they expire or you delete them (persistent cookies).
Cookies We Use
This site uses a limited set of cookies. The table below describes each cookie or category of cookie, its purpose, and how long it persists.
| Cookie Name / Category | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
gmi_consent |
Stores your cookie consent preference so you are not asked again on return visits | Necessary | 12 months |
| Session cookie | Maintains basic site functionality during your visit | Necessary | Session (deleted on browser close) |
| Analytics cookies (e.g., _ga, _gid) | Collects anonymous data about how visitors use the site — pages visited, time on site, referring source. Used to improve content quality. Set only with your consent. | Analytics (optional) | Up to 14 months |
Necessary Cookies
Necessary cookies enable core functionality of this website. The site cannot function properly without them. These cookies do not require your consent because they are essential for providing the service you have requested by visiting the site. They do not store any personally identifiable information and are not used for advertising.
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with this site. This helps us identify which articles are most useful, where visitors encounter problems, and how to improve the site over time. Analytics cookies are only placed on your device if you choose to accept them through our cookie consent tool. If you decline, no analytics cookies are set and your visit is not tracked beyond what server logs capture automatically.
Analytics data is aggregated and anonymous. It is not used to identify individual visitors and is not shared with advertising networks.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie consent tool on this site (the floating button at the bottom of the page). You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Note that blocking necessary cookies may affect how the site functions.
Browser-specific instructions for managing cookies:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies
Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. We honor DNT signals where technically feasible. When a DNT signal is detected, analytics cookies are not set regardless of your stated consent preference.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy when we change the cookies we use or when applicable law requires. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Significant changes will be communicated through the cookie consent tool on the site.
Questions
For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at [email protected] or at 2337 Darby Rd, Philadelphia, PA.