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What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites store on your browser or device. They are used for a range of purposes - keeping you logged in, remembering your preferences, and understanding how people use a site.
What cookies does The Outlier use?
Essential cookies These are required for the website to function. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ghost session cookie | Keeps you logged in if you are a subscriber | Session |
| CSRF token | Security - prevents cross-site request forgery | Session |
Analytics cookies (optional) These are set by Google Analytics and help us understand how visitors use the site. They collect anonymised, aggregated data only.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| ga* | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
We only set analytics cookies with your consent. You can withdraw consent at any time using the cookie settings link in the footer.
No advertising or tracking cookies The Outlier does not use advertising cookies. We do not sell advertising, and we do not track you across other websites. There are no Facebook Pixel, TikTok Pixel, or similar tracking scripts on this site.
How to control cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Instructions for common browsers:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
Note that disabling essential cookies may affect how the site functions, particularly if you are a logged-in subscriber.
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