Cookie & Browser Storage Policy
Clear disclosure of session cookies, local storage tokens, and Google Consent Mode v2 implementation.
1. What Are Cookies and Local Storage at Maple Mortar Index?
A cookie is a small data file transferred to your browser when you access a web application. Local storage (LocalStorage and IndexedDB) is a related modern web technology that allows websites to store structured key-value data directly within your browser client.
Maple Mortar Index employs these technologies sparingly, prioritizing performance, user convenience, and strict respect for your digital privacy. We do not use third-party behavioral cross-site trackers or external ad networks.
2. How Maple Mortar Index Uses Storage Tokens
We classify our browser storage mechanisms into two distinct functional categories:
A. Strictly Essential Tokens (Operational)
These tokens are necessary for the Website to function securely, maintain state across pages, and remember your security consent settings. They do not store personal records or track browsing activity beyond canadamortar.com.
B. Performance & Client Telemetry (Optional)
These tokens allow us to understand aggregate system performance, such as whether WebGL shaders render fluidly across different mobile and desktop processors. These metrics are processed in aggregate without identifying individual visitors.
3. Comprehensive Token Inventory
Below is an explicit inventory of the primary cookies and local storage items utilized across our domain:
| Token Identifier | Storage Type | Lifespan | Operational Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
msid_ov4 |
HTTP Cookie (Secure) | 30 Days | Preserves server-side navigation state and prevents repeated CSRF routing challenges. |
layout_config_36s |
HTTP Cookie (HttpOnly) | 30 Days | Stores layout and device viewport optimization parameters for responsive rendering. |
consent_state_vrjkx1 |
LocalStorage Key | Persistent | Stores your choice regarding privacy consent (granted or denied) for Google Consent Mode v2. |
4. Google Consent Mode v2 Integration
Maple Mortar Index deploys Google Consent Mode v2 with default denied states (ad_storage, ad_user_data, ad_personalization, and analytics_storage). When you first visit our platform, all non-essential telemetry remains disabled until you choose to grant consent.
You may change or revoke your consent preferences at any time by clicking the button below to display the consent banner:
5. Managing Storage via Browser Settings
In addition to our on-site consent controls, all modern browsers allow you to inspect, manage, and delete cookies and local storage tokens. You can configure your browser to block all cookies or to alert you when a cookie is being sent. Consult the "Settings," "Privacy," or "History" menu of your browser to adjust your global preferences.
Note that disabling essential session cookies may cause certain interactive portal features (such as category filter persistence) to operate sub-optimally.
6. Inquiries and Verification
If you have questions regarding our technical storage practices, contact our Toronto administrative team: