Essential

Required for sign-in, security, and core site features. These cannot be turned off because the service would not work without them.

Analytics

Helps us understand how visitors use Lake Insights (for example, pages viewed and performance) so we can improve reliability and content. Data is used in aggregate where possible.

Advertising

Allows advertising partners to show ads and measure performance. When enabled, partners may use cookies or similar technologies per their policies.

Functional & preferences

Remembers optional choices such as display preferences beyond what essential cookies require. Most preference storage today is essential for signed-in features.