Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 2025
We're being upfront here – our website uses cookies. Not the chocolate chip kind, but small data files that help us understand how you're using our site and make your experience better. This policy explains what we track, why we do it, and how you can control it.
Most websites use these tracking technologies now. We've tried to keep our approach straightforward and give you real control over what data gets collected about your visit.
What Are Cookies Anyway?
Cookies are tiny text files that get stored on your device when you visit websites. They remember things about your visit – like whether you've been here before or what pages you looked at.
Think of them as little sticky notes your browser keeps about each site you visit. Some stick around for years, others disappear the moment you close your browser. We use both types, depending on what needs remembering.
The data they collect isn't personally identifiable on its own. It's more like "someone visited this page at this time" rather than "John Smith from London visited this page." Though when combined with other data, it can become more specific.
What We Actually Track
Here's the straight story on what zorymelantri.com collects and why:
Essential Cookies
These keep the site working. They remember your preferences during a session and help pages load correctly. Without them, things break. We can't turn these off.
Performance Tracking
We track which pages get visited most, where people click, and how long they stay. This helps us figure out what content actually helps people and what needs work.
Functional Cookies
These remember choices you make – like if you've filled out a form before or adjusted settings. They make return visits smoother by keeping track of your preferences.
Marketing Tracking
These follow you around to show relevant ads on other sites. Honestly, they're the controversial ones. You can reject these below if you'd rather not be tracked for advertising.
Current Status
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Important: Essential cookies can't be disabled because they're necessary for basic site functions like security and navigation. Everything else is optional, though declining may limit some features.
How Long We Keep This Data
Different cookies stick around for different lengths of time:
- Session cookies disappear when you close your browser – they're temporary by design
- Performance cookies usually last about a year, then they expire automatically
- Functional cookies might stick around for up to two years to remember your preferences
- Marketing cookies can last several months, depending on the advertising partner
You can clear all cookies manually through your browser settings anytime. This resets everything back to zero.
Taking Control Through Your Browser
Every modern browser lets you manage cookies directly. The button above handles our site specifically, but your browser settings give you broader control across all websites.
Most browsers let you block third-party cookies while allowing first-party ones. This strikes a decent balance between privacy and functionality. You can also set browsers to ask permission before accepting any cookies.
Here's where to find cookie controls in common browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, Search, and Services → Cookies
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _session_id | Maintains your session across pages | Session |
| _preferences | Stores your site preferences | 1 year |
| _analytics | Tracks page visits and behavior | 13 months |
| _marketing | Enables targeted advertising | 6 months |
Third-Party Tracking
We're honest about this – some cookies come from services we use rather than directly from us. Google Analytics tracks visitor behavior. Our email system might drop a cookie if you interact with embedded forms.
These third parties have their own privacy policies that govern how they use data. We've vetted the services we use, but you should know they're collecting information according to their own terms.
Blocking third-party cookies through your browser settings will stop most of this external tracking while keeping the site functional.
Updates to This Policy
We update this policy when we change how we use cookies or when regulations change. The date at the top shows when we last revised it.
If we make significant changes that affect your privacy, we'll notify you through a banner on the site. We won't make major changes without giving you a heads up.
Questions About Our Cookie Use?
If something in this policy isn't clear or you want more details about what we track, get in touch with us directly.
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