Introduction

Malecrest ("we," "us," "our," or "the Site") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our editorial platform located at Malecrest.shop. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can control them.

Malecrest is an informational and editorial publication dedicated to providing readers with quality content and resources. We use cookies to improve your browsing experience and understand how our articles and guides are being used.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

Session Cookies

Temporary cookies that exist only during your browsing session and are automatically deleted when you close your browser.

Persistent Cookies

Cookies that remain on your device for a specified period or until you manually delete them, allowing the site to recognize you on future visits.

First-Party Cookies

Cookies set by Malecrest.shop directly to enhance your experience on our site.

Third-Party Cookies

Cookies set by external service providers to deliver analytics, advertising, or social media functionality.

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and user preferences.

User consent required: No

2. Performance & Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how readers interact with our articles, guides, and content. This information helps our editorial team improve article quality, organization, and relevance. These cookies track page views, time spent on articles, and scroll depth to measure reader engagement.

User consent required: Yes

3. Preference & Functionality Cookies

These cookies remember your choices, such as language preferences, text size, light/dark mode settings, and other customization options to provide a personalized reading experience.

User consent required: Yes

4. Marketing & Advertising Cookies

We may use advertising cookies to display relevant content and manage advertising partners. These cookies help us understand which articles and topics interest our readers, allowing us to refine our editorial focus.

User consent required: Yes

5. Social Media Cookies

If you share our articles on social media platforms or interact with social media widgets on our site, those platforms may set cookies to track your activity and improve their services.

User consent required: Yes

How We Use Cookies

• Improve Site Performance: Analyzing how readers navigate our content to optimize site speed and usability
• Track Reader Engagement: Understanding which articles receive the most attention and how readers interact with our guides
• Personalize Your Experience: Remembering your preferences, such as language, layout settings, and content recommendations
• Prevent Fraud: Protecting the security of our platform and readers
• Display Relevant Content: Ensuring you see articles and topics aligned with your interests
• Measure Editorial Success: Evaluating which topics and writing styles resonate most with our readership

Cookie List

Below is a detailed list of cookies used on Malecrest.shop:

Cookie Name	Type	Purpose	Duration
_ga	Analytics	Google Analytics - unique user identification	2 years
_gid	Analytics	Google Analytics - session tracking	24 hours
_gat	Analytics	Google Analytics - request throttling	1 minute
session_id	Essential	Session management and user authentication	Session
user_preferences	Preference	Stores language, theme, and layout preferences	1 year
consent_status	Essential	Records cookie consent preferences	1 year
article_history	Functionality	Tracks recently read articles for personalization	6 months
fbp	Marketing	Facebook pixel - audience measurement	3 months
_utma, _utmb, _utmc	Analytics	Legacy Google Analytics tracking	Variable

Managing and Controlling Cookies

Browser Controls

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

Block all cookies
Allow only certain types of cookies
Delete existing cookies
Receive alerts when new cookies are set
Block third-party cookies

For specific instructions, visit your browser's help documentation (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, etc.).

Cookie Consent Settings

When you first visit Malecrest.shop, we present a cookie consent banner. You can:

Accept all cookies
Accept only essential cookies
Customize which cookie types you allow
Manage your preferences at any time via our cookie settings page

Opt-Out Tools

For third-party analytics and advertising cookies, you can use:

Google Analytics Opt-Out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on
Digital Advertising Alliance: Use www.aboutads.info to opt out of targeted advertising
Your Online Choices: Visit www.youronlinechoices.com (EU)

Note: Disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of Malecrest.shop, such as remembering your preferences or accessing personalized content recommendations.

Third-Party Service Providers

Malecrest.shop uses cookies from the following third-party service providers:

Google Analytics

Tracks reader behavior and article engagement to help us understand and improve our content.

Google Privacy Policy

Facebook Pixel

Measures ad effectiveness and audience insights to optimize our content distribution.

Facebook Cookie Policy

Content Delivery Networks (CDN)

Used to optimize the delivery of articles, images, and other media to readers globally.

Data Protection & Privacy

We take your privacy seriously. All data collected through cookies is handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including GDPR (EU) and other regional regulations.

What We Do

✓ Encrypt cookie data where applicable
✓ Store data on secure servers
✓ Limit data retention to necessary periods
✓ Never sell reader data to third parties

Your Rights

✓ Access your personal data
✓ Request correction of inaccurate data
✓ Request deletion of your data
✓ Opt out of certain data processing activities

For more information, please review our Privacy Policy.

Changes to This Policy

Malecrest may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our cookie practices, technology improvements, or legal requirements. We will notify readers of significant changes by posting an updated version on this page with a new "Last updated" date.

Your continued use of Malecrest.shop after any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, or if you wish to exercise your rights regarding your data, please contact our editorial team:

Malecrest Editorial Team

Jalan Malioboro 195

Medan, Indonesia

Email: [email protected]

We typically respond to inquiries within 7 business days.