Cookie Policy
Effective date: 2 July 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how earthquakes.co.uk uses cookies and similar technologies (such as browser localStorage). It forms part of our Privacy Policy.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. localStorage is a similar browser feature that stores small amounts of data on your device. Both are widely used to make websites work and to provide usage information to site operators.
What we use
Strictly necessary (always on)
eq_consent — stores your cookie-consent choice so we do not ask you on every visit. Kept in your browser's localStorage for up to 12 months. This storage is essential and does not require consent.
Analytics and advertising (only with your consent)
We do not currently set any analytics or advertising cookies. If we introduce them (for example, site analytics or advertising partners), they will load only after you click "Accept all" in our cookie banner, and this policy will be updated to list each provider, its purpose, and its retention period.
Third-party requests that are not cookies
Our interactive maps load tiles from OpenStreetMap and the Leaflet library from a content delivery network. Your browser sends your IP address to those services as a technical necessity of loading the content; they do not set cookies through our pages.
Your choices
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the button below, or via the "Cookie settings" link in the footer of every page:
You can also delete cookies and site data at any time using your browser settings. Guidance: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge.
Changes
We will update this page whenever our use of cookies changes, with a new effective date.
Contact
Questions: contact@earthquakes.co.uk.