COOKIE POLICY

Last updated: June 9, 2025

Effective date: June 9, 2025

Policy version: 2.1

1. Introduction

Rendah Mag ("we", "us", "our", "Company") operates the website https://www.rendahmag.com/ (the "Site"). This Cookie Policy ("Policy") explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our Site.

This Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By continuing to use our Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Policy.

2. What Are Cookies & Similar Technologies?

2.1 Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive and enable websites to recognise your device and remember certain information about your visit.

2.2 Types of Cookies by Duration

• Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted

2.3 Types of Cookies by Source

• First-party cookies: Set directly by our Site
• Third-party cookies: Set by external service providers we work with

2.4 Similar Technologies

• Web beacons/Pixels: Tiny transparent graphics that track page views, email opens, and user interactions
• Local storage: HTML5 local storage that allows websites to store data locally within your browser
• Session storage: Temporary storage that exists only for the duration of your browser session
• Device fingerprinting: Collection of device and browser characteristics to create a unique identifier
• Server logs: Automatically collected information about your visits, including IP addresses and timestamps

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), Data Protection Act 2018, and Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), we process cookie data based on the following legal grounds:

3.1 Consent (Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR)

• For all non-essential cookies and tracking technologies
• Marketing and advertising cookies
• Analytics cookies beyond basic website functionality
• Social media integration cookies

3.2 Legitimate Interests (Article 6(1)(f) UK GDPR)

• Website security and fraud prevention
• Basic website analytics for operational improvements
• Technical functionality and user experience optimisation

3.3 Legal Obligation (Article 6(1)(c) UK GDPR)

• Cookies required to comply with legal or regulatory requirements
• Cookies necessary for tax or accounting purposes

3.4 Contractual Necessity (Article 6(1)(b) UK GDPR)

• Essential cookies required to provide our services
• Authentication and session management

4. Categories of Cookies We Use

4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

Purpose: These cookies are essential for the basic functionality of our Site and cannot be disabled.

• Enable core website functionality
• Remember your cookie preferences
• Maintain security and prevent fraud
• Load balancing and network security

Legal basis: Contractual necessity and legitimate interests

Can be disabled: No

4.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies

Purpose: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Site to improve user experience.

• Collect anonymous usage statistics
• Monitor website performance and errors
• Understand user journey and popular content
• A/B testing for website optimisation

Legal basis: Consent and legitimate interests

Can be disabled: Yes

4.3 Functionality Cookies

Purpose: Remember your preferences and settings to enhance your experience.

• Language and region preferences
• Font size and accessibility settings
• Content personalisation based on previous visits
• Remember login status and user preferences

Legal basis: Consent

Can be disabled: Yes

4.4 Targeting & Advertising Cookies

Purpose: Deliver relevant advertisements and measure advertising effectiveness.

• Show personalised advertisements
• Limit the number of times you see the same ad
• Measure advertising campaign effectiveness
• Build advertising profiles based on interests
• Cross-device tracking for consistent ad experience

Legal basis: Consent

Can be disabled: Yes

4.5 Social Media Cookies

Purpose: Enable social media functionality and track social media engagement.

• Social media sharing buttons
• Embedded social media content
• Social media login functionality
• Track shares, likes, and social engagement

Legal basis: Consent

Can be disabled: Yes

5. Detailed Cookie Inventory

Note: This list is regularly updated through automated cookie scanning. Some cookies may be set by third parties and their presence may vary.

6. How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Our Cookie Consent Manager

• First visit: You'll see our cookie banner allowing you to accept all, reject all, or customise your preferences
• Granular control: Choose specific categories of cookies to accept or reject
• Easy access: Change your preferences anytime via the "Cookie Preferences" link in our footer
• Immediate effect: Changes take effect immediately and are remembered for future visits

6.2 Browser Controls

Most browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

For detailed instructions, visit AllAboutCookies.org

6.3 Third-Party Opt-Outs

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• General advertising: Digital Advertising Alliance
• European advertising: Your Online Choices
• Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Consumer Opt-Out

6.4 Mobile Device Settings

• iOS: Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking
• Android: Settings > Privacy > Ads

7. Consequences of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable certain cookies, some website functionality may be affected:

7.1 Disabling Essential Cookies

• Website may not function properly
• Security features may be compromised
• User authentication may fail
• Some pages may not load correctly

7.2 Disabling Performance Cookies

• We cannot improve website performance based on usage data
• Error reporting may be limited
• User experience optimisation may be reduced

7.3 Disabling Functionality Cookies

• Your preferences will not be remembered
• You may need to re-enter information on each visit
• Personalised content will not be available

7.4 Disabling Advertising Cookies

• You may see more irrelevant advertisements
• The same ads may appear repeatedly
• Cross-device advertising synchronisation will not work

8. Your Rights Under Data Protection Law

Under UK GDPR and DPA 2018, you have the following rights regarding data collected through cookies:

8.1 Right to Access (Article 15)

Request information about what personal data we process and receive a copy of that data.

8.2 Right to Rectification (Article 16)

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

8.3 Right to Erasure (Article 17)

Request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances.

8.4 Right to Restrict Processing (Article 18)

Request limitation of processing of your personal data in specific situations.

8.5 Right to Data Portability (Article 20)

Request transfer of your personal data to another service provider in a structured format.

8.6 Right to Object (Article 21)

Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.

8.7 Right to Withdraw Consent

Withdraw your consent for cookie processing at any time through our cookie preference centre.

8.8 Right to Lodge a Complaint

File a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) if you believe your rights have been violated.

9. International Data Transfers

Some of our third-party service providers may transfer your data outside the UK/EEA:

9.1 Safeguards

• Adequacy decisions: Transfers to countries with adequate data protection
• Standard Contractual Clauses: EU-approved contractual protections
• Binding Corporate Rules: Internal policies for multinational companies
• Certification schemes: Industry-recognised data protection standards

9.2 Third-Party Processors

• Google (US): Standard Contractual Clauses and certification under EU-US Data Privacy Framework
• Meta/Facebook (US): Standard Contractual Clauses
• Twitter/X (US): Standard Contractual Clauses

10. Data Retention

10.1 Cookie Retention Periods

• Session cookies: Deleted when browser is closed
• Short-term cookies: 24 hours to 30 days
• Medium-term cookies: 1 month to 1 year
• Long-term cookies: 1-2 years (with your consent)

10.2 Data Processed Through Cookies

• Analytics data: Aggregated and anonymised after 26 months
• Marketing data: Deleted within 3 years of last interaction
• Functional data: Retained until consent is withdrawn or account is deleted

11. Automated Decision Making & Profiling

We use cookies for the following automated processing:

11.1 Content Personalisation

• Purpose: Show relevant articles and recommendations
• Logic: Based on reading history and content preferences
• Impact: Affects which content is prominently displayed

11.2 Advertising Targeting

• Purpose: Deliver relevant advertisements
• Logic: Based on interests, demographics, and browsing behaviour
• Impact: Determines which ads you see

Your rights: You can object to automated decision making and request human intervention in decisions that significantly affect you.

12. Third-Party Services & Processors

12.1 Analytics Providers

• Google Analytics: Privacy Policy
• Google Tag Manager: Privacy Policy

12.2 Advertising Networks

• Google Ads: Privacy Policy
• Tapad: Privacy Policy

12.3 Social Media Platforms

• Meta/Facebook: Privacy Policy
• Twitter/X: Privacy Policy
• SoundCloud: Privacy Policy

12.4 Content Delivery & Security

• Cloudflare: Privacy Policy

Disclaimer: We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services. Please review their privacy policies independently.

13. Cookie Auditing & Compliance

13.1 Regular Audits

• Monthly automated cookie scanning
• Quarterly manual compliance reviews
• Annual third-party privacy assessments
• Continuous monitoring of consent rates and user preferences

13.2 Compliance Standards

• UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018
• Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR)
• ePrivacy Directive (if applicable)
• Industry best practices and guidelines

14. Updates to This Policy

14.1 Notification of Changes

• Material changes: Email notification to registered users and prominent website notice
• Minor updates: Updated "last modified" date and notification in our newsletter
• New cookies: Re-consent may be required for new tracking technologies

14.2 Version Control

• All versions archived for legal compliance
• Previous versions available upon request
• Change logs maintained for audit purposes

14.3 Review Schedule

• Regular review: Every 12 months minimum
• Triggered reviews: When new technologies are implemented, legal requirements change, or business practices evolve

15. Contact Information

15.1 General Inquiries

For questions about this Cookie Policy or our privacy practices:

• Contact form: Submit inquiry
• Note: Please specify "Cookie Policy" or "Privacy Inquiry" in your message
• Response time: Within 30 days (as required by UK GDPR)

15.2 Data Protection Officer

For specific data protection concerns:

• Contact form: Submit inquiry with "Data Protection Officer" specified in the subject
• Note: If we determine a DPO is not required under Article 37 UK GDPR, general privacy inquiries will be handled by our privacy team

15.3 Regulatory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with:

• Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
• Website: ico.org.uk
• Phone: 0303 123 1113
• Address: Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 5AF

16. Definitions

• Personal Data: Information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person
• Processing: Any operation performed on personal data, including collection, storage, use, and deletion
• Data Controller: The entity that determines the purposes and means of processing personal data
• Data Processor: An entity that processes personal data on behalf of a data controller
• Consent: Freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous indication of agreement to processing
• Data Subject: The individual to whom personal data relates

This Cookie Policy is designed to be transparent, comprehensive, and compliant with UK data protection law. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us using the information provided above.