Cookie Policy
Last updated: 14 July 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites recognise your device and remember your preferences between visits.
How We Use Cookies
Redwood Journal uses cookies in the following categories:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function correctly. They include security cookies and session management. They cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our site. These cookies are only set after you have given your explicit consent via our cookie banner.
Advertising Cookies
We use Google Ads cookies to measure the performance of our advertising campaigns and to deliver relevant advertising. These are only set after your explicit consent.
Cookie Table
| Cookie | Provider | Category | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
cookieConsent |
Redwood Journal | Essential | 1 year | Stores your cookie consent preference |
_ga |
Google Analytics | Analytics | 2 years | Distinguishes users for analytics reporting |
_gid |
Google Analytics | Analytics | 24 hours | Distinguishes users within a session |
_gcl_au |
Google Ads | Advertising | 90 days | Conversion tracking for Google Ads campaigns |
Google Consent Mode v2
We implement Google Consent Mode v2. By default, all advertising (ad_storage, ad_user_data, ad_personalization) and analytics (analytics_storage) cookies are denied. Only when you click "Accept all" are these cookies activated. This ensures your privacy preferences are respected before any tracking begins.
How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Reject non-essential" button in the cookie banner that appears when you visit our site. You may also manage cookies directly through your browser settings:
To opt out of Google Analytics across all sites, visit tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Contact
For questions about our use of cookies: info@beamjoint.world