Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They contain information that is sent back to the website with each page request, allowing the site to recognize your device and enhance your browsing experience.

2. Our Cookie Policy

Midora uses only essential cookies necessary for basic site functionality. We do not use non-essential cookies for analytics, tracking, advertising, or profiling. We are committed to minimal data collection and maximum transparency about how we track users.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Cookie Consent Preference

• Name: cookieConsent
• Purpose: Records your cookie consent preference (accepted or rejected)
• Duration: Expires based on your browser settings, typically 30 days to 1 year
• Type: Essential – required for site compliance with privacy regulations

Session Cookie

• Name: PHPSESSID (if applicable)
• Purpose: Maintains site navigation and session integrity
• Duration: Expires when you close your browser
• Type: Essential – required for basic site functionality

No Other Cookies Used

We do not use:

• Google Analytics or other analytics cookies
• Tracking pixels or beacons
• Advertising or retargeting cookies
• Third-party cookies
• Profiling or behavioural cookies

4. Your Cookie Choices

Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, a cookie banner appears at the bottom of the page. You can:

• Accept: Approve the use of essential cookies for site functionality
• Reject: Decline non-essential cookies (note: essential cookies for basic functionality will still be used)
• Learn More: Read this Cookie Policy for detailed information

Browser Cookie Management

You can control and manage cookies through your web browser settings:

Chrome

1. Click the menu icon (⋮) in the top-right corner
2. Select "Settings"
3. Click "Privacy and security" → "Cookies and other site data"
4. Choose your cookie preferences

Firefox

1. Click the menu icon (☰) in the top-right corner
2. Select "Settings"
3. Go to "Privacy & Security"
4. Under "Cookies and Site Data," adjust your settings

Safari

1. Click "Safari" in the top menu
2. Select "Preferences"
3. Click the "Privacy" tab
4. Manage "Cookies and website data" preferences

Edge

1. Click the menu icon (⋯) in the top-right corner
2. Select "Settings"
3. Click "Privacy, search, and services"
4. Adjust "Cookies and other site data" settings

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable all cookies, some site functionality may be affected. Navigation and session continuity may not work properly. We recommend allowing essential cookies for optimal browsing experience.

5. How We Use Cookie Information

Cookie data is used exclusively for:

• Recording your cookie consent preference for legal compliance
• Maintaining session integrity and site navigation
• Basic site functionality and user experience

Cookie data is never shared with third parties, used for analytics, or employed for marketing or profiling purposes.

6. Third-Party Cookies

Our website does not integrate with third-party cookie systems such as:

• Google Analytics
• Facebook Pixel
• Advertising networks
• Data brokers
• Retargeting platforms

Therefore, no third-party cookies are placed on your device through this website.

7. Consent Mode v2

Our website implements Google Consent Mode v2 to ensure proper consent management. However, this does not enable analytics or advertising tracking—it only provides a framework for respecting your consent preferences regarding essential functionality.

8. Compliance

This Cookie Policy complies with:

• UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
• Data Protection Act 2018
• ePrivacy Regulations
• The Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003

9. Cookie Retention and Deletion

Cookie Consent Cookie: Expires based on your browser settings, typically 30 days to 1 year. You can delete this cookie at any time through your browser settings.

Session Cookie: Expires automatically when you close your browser. You can also clear session cookies manually through your browser settings.

Deleting cookies may clear your consent preference, requiring you to re-confirm your choice on your next visit.

10. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Know what cookies are used on a website
• Refuse or accept specific cookies
• Delete cookies from your device
• Opt out of non-essential cookie use
• Access information about how cookies are used

Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. For more information, visit allaboutcookies.org.

11. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates the most recent revision. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of updated policies.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about our cookie practices or this policy, please contact us: