This Cookie Policy explains how JP Weather Sky LLC uses cookies and similar technologies on our website at jpweathersky.com. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. You can withdraw or modify your consent at any time using the cookie settings on our site.
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to improve user experience, and to provide information to website owners. Cookies can be "persistent" (remain on your device until they expire or are deleted) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser).
We also use similar technologies such as local storage, which allows us to store data on your device without setting a traditional cookie. Local storage functions similarly to persistent cookies but is not transmitted to the server with every HTTP request. We use local storage to remember your cookie consent preferences.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Essential cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features such as page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies. They do not store any personally identifiable information. You cannot disable essential cookies through our settings, as this would break the website's functionality.
Sky Stats cookies: These cookies help us understand which pages are most visited, which sky phenomena our readers are most interested in, and how visitors navigate the site. This information is aggregated and anonymous — we cannot identify individual visitors from this data. We use it to prioritize content and improve the user experience. Sky Stats cookies are disabled by default. You can enable them in our cookie settings if you want to help us improve the site.
Partner cookies: We occasionally link to photography equipment retailers and bookstores when recommending gear or references. Partner cookies track whether you clicked one of these links and subsequently made a purchase. This allows us to earn a small commission, which helps fund our field observations. Partner cookies are disabled by default and are activated only if you explicitly enable them. Even when enabled, they only trigger if you actually click a partner link.
Specific Cookies We Use
The following table lists the specific cookies and local storage items we use:
cookieConsent (localStorage) — Stores your cookie preference choice: "all", "essential", or the specific toggles you selected. Essential. Persists until you clear your browser data or change your settings.
cookieSkyStats (localStorage) — Stores whether you have enabled Sky Stats tracking. Essential for remembering your preference. Persists until cleared.
cookiePartners (localStorage) — Stores whether you have enabled Partner tracking. Essential for remembering your preference. Persists until cleared.
sky_session (session cookie) — Maintains your session state during your visit. Essential. Deleted when you close your browser.
Third-Party Cookies
We do not use third-party advertising cookies. We do not use Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or similar tracking services. We do not embed social media widgets that set cookies. The only external service that may set cookies is Google Fonts, which loads our web fonts. Google Fonts does not set tracking cookies, but their servers may log your IP address as part of the font delivery process.
Our weather data comes from the Open-Meteo API. When your browser fetches weather data, your IP address is transmitted to Open-Meteo as part of the standard HTTP protocol. Open-Meteo does not set cookies on our website. Their privacy practices are governed by their own policy at open-meteo.com.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner at the bottom of the screen. You can choose to accept all cookies, decline optional cookies, or open the settings panel to configure individual cookie categories. Your preferences are stored in your browser's local storage and will be remembered for future visits.
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of any page, or by clearing your browser's local storage and cookies for jpweathersky.com, which will cause the consent banner to reappear on your next visit.
Most web browsers also allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. You can delete existing cookies, block all cookies, or configure your browser to notify you when a cookie is being set. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of this and other websites.
Cookie Consent Records
We maintain a record of cookie consent choices for legal compliance purposes. This record includes the date and time of your choice, the specific preferences you selected, and an anonymized identifier. We do not link this record to your personal identity. Records are retained for 12 months and then deleted.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. If we make material changes, we will notify you by displaying a prominent notice on our website. Your continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, our use of cookies, or your cookie preferences, contact us at:
JP Weather Sky LLC
Attn: Cookie Policy
1600 Broadway, Suite 1400
Denver, CO 80202, USA
Email: sky@jpweathersky.com