This Cookie Policy explains how Patriot Raw (“Patriot Raw,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on PatriotRaw.com (the “Site”). This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, tablet, or smartphone when you visit a website. They enable websites to remember user preferences, safeguard security, verify consent, and analyze how visitors interact with published reporting.
Categories of Cookies Deployed on PatriotRaw.com
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies (Essential)
These cookies are required for core website security, server load balancing, user authentication, and consent persistence. They cannot be disabled through our consent manager because the website cannot function properly without them:
| Cookie Identifier | Provider | Operational Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
cookieadmin_consent | CookieAdmin Pro | Stores visitor consent choices across cookie categories | 1 year |
wfwaf-authcookie* | Wordfence Security | Authenticates administrator access and blocks malicious traffic | 12 hours |
wp-settings-* | WordPress | Preserves site layout and interface display preferences | 1 year |
2. Analytics & Performance Cookies
We deploy Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to analyze aggregated visitor metrics, page load speeds, and reading engagement. In compliance with Google Consent Mode, analytics cookies are only activated when users provide consent:
| Cookie Identifier | Provider | Operational Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga | Google Analytics | Calculates unique visitor, session, and traffic acquisition metrics | 2 years |
_ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state and event telemetry | 2 years |
3. Advertising & Marketing Cookies (Google AdSense)
Patriot Raw uses Google AdSense and authorized Google Certified Publishing Partners to serve programmatic advertisements. Advertising cookies enable ad networks to serve relevant contextual and personalized ads, cap ad frequency, and measure ad viewability:
| Cookie Identifier | Provider | Operational Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
__gads / __gpi | Google AdSense | Enables ad serving, fraud prevention, and frequency capping | 13 months |
IDE | Google DoubleClick | Measures ad impressions and user engagement across domains | 1 year |
test_cookie | Google DoubleClick | Checks if the user’s browser accepts cookies | Session |
Managing & Opting Out of Cookies
You have full authority to control cookies on PatriotRaw.com:
- On-Site Consent Controls: You can modify or withdraw your cookie consent at any time by opening the consent manager via the footer link or banner.
- Browser Settings: You can configure your browser to reject all cookies or notify you when a cookie is placed. Note that disabling essential cookies may impact site navigation.
- Advertising Opt-Out Portals: To opt out of personalized interest-based advertising across all participating networks, visit aboutads.info/choices or Google Ads Settings.
Contact Information
If you have questions regarding our use of cookies or tracking technologies, contact our technical desk at legal@patriotraw.com.