Cookie policy
What cookies are
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function, remember choices, or understand how pages are used.
How we use cookies
Data Services Hub uses essential cookies required for basic site operation and optional analytics cookies to understand aggregate traffic. Optional cookies run only if you accept them via our consent banner. Rejecting optional cookies does not block access to advisory information or the contact form.
Your choice is stored in localStorage under the key dsh_cookie_consent.
Cookies table
| Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
dsh_cookie_consent | Remembers accept or reject preference for optional cookies | Persistent (localStorage) | Data Services Hub |
| session / security | Maintains basic site integrity where applicable | Session | Hosting provider |
_ga / _gid (if accepted) | Aggregate analytics of visits and referrers | Up to 24 months / 24 hours | Google Analytics (only if enabled after accept) |
Essential items listed above are needed for preference memory and hosting. Analytics identifiers are not set if you reject optional cookies.
Managing cookies
You can:
- Use Accept or Reject on our banner on first visit
- Clear site data in your browser settings to reset the preference
- Use browser controls to block or delete cookies generally
Blocking all cookies may affect preference memory so the banner may reappear.
Third-party cookies
If analytics are enabled after consent, the analytics provider may set its own cookies subject to its privacy policy. We do not allow advertising cookies on this site.
More privacy information
See our privacy policy for how personal information is handled more broadly.
Contact
Questions about cookies: info@data-serviceshub.digital · +64 4 555 2180 · Level 9, 48 Willis Street, Wellington 6011.
Last updated: August 2026.