What Are Cookies & Local Storage?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit websites. They are widely used to ensure websites function securely, remember your display preferences, and provide anonymous performance metrics.
In addition to standard cookies, modern web browsers utilize Local Storage (localStorage). Local storage allows websites to store small pieces of non-sensitive data directly within your browser client without sending that information back to web servers on every single HTTP request.
Cookie Classification on purequestsrtnst.com
The table below documents every class of cookie and local storage key utilized on this site:
| Identifier | Category | Purpose | Typical Retention | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
purequest_cookie_choice |
Essential (Local Storage) | Stores your cookie consent choice (accept, reject, or preferences) so the prompt does not reappear. | 12 Months | Mandatory |
__cf_bm / Security tokens |
Essential | Automated bot mitigation and threat defense provided by network perimeter hosting. | 30 Minutes to Session | Mandatory |
_pqs_theme_pref |
Functional (Local Storage) | Remembers reduced-motion and interface contrast preferences where selected. | Persistent | Optional |
_pqs_route_stat |
Analytics / Metric | Aggregated, non-personally identifiable visit counters to measure popular preparation guides. | 90 Days | Optional |
Managing & Changing Preferences
You have full control over cookie permissions. When you first arrive, our fixed cookie consent banner asks for your instructions. Choosing "Reject Non-Essential" prevents any optional functional or analytics cookies from being written to your browser.
You can clear your choices at any moment by clicking the button below, which resets your stored consent preference and displays the selection banner on your next page load:
This action immediately purges the purequest_cookie_choice key from your local browser storage.
Browser-Level Cookie Controls
Most modern web browsers allow you to block cookies entirely or clear them upon closing the browser window. You can adjust these settings in your browser’s privacy preferences:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Third-party cookies.
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Enhanced Tracking Protection.
- Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Prevent cross-site tracking.
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies.
Note that disabling essential technical cookies may prevent certain functional elements—such as client-side form validation states—from operating correctly.