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Last updated: 12 January 2026
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember certain information about your visit — such as your language preference or consent choices — so that your next visit is more efficient and the site functions as expected.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies Marleno Journal uses on marleno.info, why we use them, and how you can manage or withdraw your consent. For more information about how we handle personal data generally, please read our Privacy Policy.
These cookies are required for the website to function. They cannot be switched off in our system, as they are set in response to actions you take — such as setting your privacy preferences or submitting the contact form. They do not store any personally identifiable information.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 12 months |
| PHPSESSID | Session identifier for form handling | Session |
| csrf_token | Security token for form submissions | Session |
Analytics cookies help us understand how readers engage with Marleno Journal — which articles are read most, how long readers spend on pages, and which referral sources bring visitors to the site. This data is collected in aggregate and anonymised form; it does not identify individual visitors. We use this information solely to improve editorial decisions and site structure.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Identifies session within 24 hours | 24 hours |
Functional cookies enhance the usability of the website by remembering preferences you have set — such as your preferred reading mode or the sections you have navigated. These cookies do not track you across other websites and are not used for advertising.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| ui_preferences | Stores navigation and display preferences | 6 months |
| reading_progress | Remembers scroll position within long articles | Session |
When you first visit Marleno Journal, a cookie consent banner appears at the bottom of the screen. You may choose to accept all cookies, accept only partial categories, or accept functional cookies only. You can change your preference at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of any page.
In addition to our site-level controls, most browsers allow you to manage cookies directly through browser settings. The following links lead to the cookie management instructions for common browsers:
Note that blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on this site, including the contact form and reading preference settings.
If you have accepted analytics cookies and wish to withdraw that consent, you may do so through the Cookie Settings link in the footer, which will update your stored preference and prevent future analytics data collection on subsequent visits.
You may also install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On, available from Google's website, which prevents Google Analytics from collecting data across all websites you visit regardless of your per-site cookie settings.
Your withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of data collection that took place before withdrawal.
Some content embedded in this site — such as maps on the contact page — may be served by third-party providers and may set their own cookies. These third-party cookies are governed by the respective provider's privacy policy. We do not control the cookies set by third parties.
Where an embedded map is loaded on the contact page, Google may set cookies related to its Maps service. This only occurs if you have accepted analytics or functional cookies in your consent preferences. For more information, refer to Google's privacy documentation.
We do not embed social media widgets, advertising pixels, or affiliate tracking scripts on this publication.
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in applicable law, or improvements to our consent management. The date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. Significant changes will be signalled by a refreshed consent banner requesting updated preferences.
Questions about this Cookie Policy may be directed to [email protected].