Cookie Policy & Preference Control
Effective date: September 25, 2025
Overview of Cookies on NorthernDrawCompass
NorthernDrawCompass uses cookies and similar tracking tools to keep the site running smoothly, improve your browsing experience, and monitor how our content is used. Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you access our website.
By continuing to browse our pages, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy and in line with the choices you make in the cookie banner or settings panel.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies (Always On)
These cookies are required for the website to operate correctly and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are typically set only in response to actions you take, such as setting privacy options or confirming your age (18+ access gate). Without these cookies, certain parts of the site may not work properly or securely.
- Age verification status (stored for the 18+ gate, e.g., in localStorage)
- Session handling for login and basic security checks
2. Performance Cookies (Optional)
Performance cookies help us understand how the website behaves from a technical point of view so that we can maintain stability and improve speed. They show us which pages load correctly and where users may encounter technical issues.
Example: Measuring page load times and error rates to identify parts of the site that need optimisation.
3. Analytics Cookies (Optional)
Analytics cookies give us anonymised statistics about how visitors interact with NorthernDrawCompass. This includes information such as which sections are viewed most often, how long users stay on certain pages, and which navigation paths are most common.
Example: Tracking which guides, schedules, or result pages are visited most frequently so we can keep them up to date and relevant.