This cookie policy explains what cookies are, what cookies Zumel Quarterly uses on zumel.info, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences. It should be read alongside the Privacy Policy, which provides the broader context for how we handle personal data.
A cookie is a small file placed on your device by a website you visit. Cookies allow the website to recognise your device on subsequent visits and to store certain information about your interaction with the site. Cookies are used across virtually all websites; their purpose ranges from essential operational functions to usage tracking.
1. How We Use Cookies
Zumel Quarterly uses cookies for the following purposes:
To store your cookie consent preferences, so we do not display the consent banner on every page visit after you have made your selection.
To support the proper functioning of interactive elements on the site, including the mobile navigation menu and the contact form.
To gather aggregate, anonymised data on how visitors use the site. This data is used to understand which content is most useful to readers and to identify any navigational problems. Individual visitors are not identified from this data.
2. Categories of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
Always activeThese cookies are necessary for the website to function. They cannot be disabled without breaking the core functionality of the site. They do not store any personally identifiable information and are not used for tracking purposes.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| zq_consent | Stores your cookie consent selection | 12 months |
| PHPSESSID | Session identifier for form submission handling | Session |
Functional Cookies
Consent requiredThese cookies enhance the usability of the website by remembering choices you have made, such as your preferred reading mode or the state of certain interface components. They are not used for cross-site tracking.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| zq_ui_state | Stores interface preferences such as expanded accordion state | 30 days |
Analytics Cookies
Consent requiredThese cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website in aggregate. The data collected is anonymised and used only to improve the publication's content and navigational structure. No individual visitor is identified from analytics data.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique visitors (anonymised) | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics — session state | 2 years |
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some content embedded in this website originates from third-party services, which may place their own cookies on your device. These include:
Google Maps — the embedded map on the contact page may place cookies from Google. These are subject to Google's own cookie and privacy policies. If you prefer not to receive these cookies, you may avoid the contact page or use browser-level controls to block third-party cookies.
Google Fonts — loading fonts from Google's servers may result in cookies being set. Google's privacy policy governs this data.
Zumel Quarterly does not control third-party cookies. If you wish to block them, you should use your browser's settings or a browser extension designed for this purpose.
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing the cookies placed on your device:
Cookie banner
When you first visit zumel.info, a cookie consent banner is displayed. You may accept all cookies, accept partial cookies (functional only), or accept functional cookies only. You may revisit your selection at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of any page on this site.
Browser settings
All modern browsers allow you to view, manage, and delete cookies via their settings interface. Deleting cookies will reset your consent preferences, and the cookie banner will be displayed again on your next visit. Instructions for managing cookies in common browsers are available at allaboutcookies.org.
Opt-out tools
For analytics cookies served through Google Analytics, you may use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout. This prevents data about your visits from being sent to Google Analytics.
5. Updates to This Policy
This cookie policy may be updated to reflect changes in the cookies we use or in applicable regulation. The revision date at the top of this page will be updated accordingly. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically.
If you have questions about the cookies used on this website, you may contact us at [email protected] or by post to the address at the foot of this page.