What are cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help remember preferences and understand how visitors use pages.

Cookies we use

NamePurposeDurationProvider
uwl-cookie-consent (localStorage)Stores your cookie banner choice (accept/reject)Until clearedUtility Haven Line
_gaAnalytics—distinguishes users (only if accepted)2 yearsGoogle Analytics
_gidAnalytics—distinguishes users (only if accepted)24 hoursGoogle Analytics

Essential preference storage uses localStorage, not a traditional cookie, but serves the same consent function.

Essential vs. analytics

Essential: Required to remember whether you accepted or rejected optional cookies. Rejecting analytics does not block site use.

Analytics: Optional. Loaded only if you click Accept on the cookie banner. Helps us see which journal articles and service pages households read most.

Managing cookies

  • Use the cookie banner Accept or Reject buttons on first visit
  • Clear site data in your browser settings to reset preferences
  • Browser help menus describe how to block all cookies—note this may affect preference memory on other sites

Third-party cookies

If analytics is accepted, Google may set cookies per their policies. We do not control third-party cookie behavior. See Google’s privacy documentation.

Impact of disabling

Rejecting or disabling cookies does not prevent you from reading our site or submitting the contact form. You may need to respond to the banner again if you clear storage.

More information

See our Privacy Policy or contact contact@utilityhavenline.click.

Last updated: August 2025