1. What cookies are
Cookies are small values stored by a browser. Similar technology may store limited information locally so a site can remember a secure session or preference.
2. Essential storage
Stratus uses strictly necessary session storage to authenticate signed-in pilots and protect restricted areas. Secure functions cannot operate without it. Security systems may also use request information to detect abuse and enforce rate limits.
3. Optional services
We currently do not use advertising cookies. If analytics or embedded third-party features are introduced, this notice will be updated and consent requested where required before non-essential cookies are placed.
4. Managing cookies
You can remove or block cookies through browser settings. Blocking essential cookies prevents pilot login and secure functions from working. Signing out ends the active Stratus session on that browser.
5. External links
Following links to SimBrief, Discord, VATSIM, IVAO or another service may allow that provider to set its own cookies. Their policies apply independently.
Contact the Stratus administration team through our contact page.