Cookie Policy
Last updated: 3 July 2026
This page explains the cookies and similar technologies used on the Groundbreaking is Obsolete website (the “Site”) and how you can control them. For how we handle your personal data more generally, see our Privacy Policy.
What is a cookie?
A cookie is a small text file placed on your device when you visit a website. We also use similar client-side storage (such as localStorage) to remember your cookie preferences.
Categories we use
| Name | Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| gio_bonus | Strictly necessary | Remembers that you have unlocked the reader-bonuses area. | 30 days |
| gio_consent_v1 | Strictly necessary | Stores your cookie preferences so we don’t ask again on every visit (localStorage). | Until cleared |
| _ga, _ga_* | Analytics (consent required) | Google Analytics 4 / Google Tag Manager — distinguishes visitors and measures site usage with IP anonymisation. | Up to 24 months |
We currently do not set marketing or advertising cookies. If we introduce them in future, they will be listed here and blocked until you consent.
Managing your choices
You can at any time to grant or withdraw consent. You can also clear cookies and site data in your browser settings, which will reset your choice.
We use Google Consent Mode v2: until you accept analytics cookies, analytics tags do not store identifiers on your device.