Cookie Policy
How Zelarisax uses cookies on our editorial platform
At Zelarisax, we use cookies to enhance your browsing experience on our informational platform. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. By accessing our site at zelarisax.info, you consent to our use of cookies as described herein.
The information on this site is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making health decisions.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They contain information about your browsing activity and preferences, allowing websites to remember you during your visit and across future visits.
Cookies are entirely passive files—they cannot execute programs, deliver viruses, or access information on your device beyond what they have stored. They serve to improve functionality, personalization, and user experience on digital platforms.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential (Necessary) Cookies
These cookies are required for the basic functioning of our website. They enable core features such as:
- Navigation between pages
- Access to secure areas of our site
- Security and fraud detection
- Session management
Duration: Session-based (expire when you close your browser)
Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our editorial content. They collect anonymous data about:
- Pages visited and reading patterns
- Time spent on articles
- Device and browser information
- Geographic location (general)
Duration: Extended (typically 1-2 years) | Third-party: Google Analytics, Hotjar
Preference & Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and settings to personalize your experience:
- Language preferences
- Theme selection (dark/light mode)
- Saved article preferences
- Font size and layout adjustments
Duration: Extended (typically 1 year)
Advertising & Tracking Cookies
These cookies are used by advertising partners to display contextual content relevant to your interests:
- Tracking content interaction patterns
- Targeting advertising based on topics you read
- Cross-site tracking (limited by user privacy laws)
- Measuring advertising effectiveness
Duration: Extended (up to 2 years) | Third-party: Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, Microsoft Advertising
How We Use Cookies
Our editorial team uses cookies to continuously improve the Zelarisax platform. Specifically, we use them to:
- Enhance Content Discovery: Understanding which articles resonate with readers helps us curate better editorial content
- Optimize User Experience: Analyzing how you navigate our site enables us to improve site architecture and readability
- Measure Engagement: Tracking reading time and scroll depth helps our writers understand content performance
- Security & Fraud Prevention: Essential cookies protect your data and prevent unauthorized access
- Provide Relevant Content: Preference cookies ensure you see articles in your preferred language and format
- Support Our Operations: Advertising cookies help fund our editorial operations through contextual advertising
Cookies Used on Zelarisax
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
_session_id |
Essential | Maintains your session on the platform | Session | Zelarisax |
__Host-csrf |
Essential | Security token to prevent CSRF attacks | Session | Zelarisax |
consent_preferences |
Essential | Stores your cookie consent choices | 1 year | Zelarisax |
_ga |
Analytics | Tracks unique visitors for Google Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics |
_ga_[ID] |
Analytics | Stores session and campaign information | 2 years | Google Analytics |
_gid |
Analytics | Identifies unique sessions | 24 hours | Google Analytics |
language_preference |
Preference | Remembers your language selection | 1 year | Zelarisax |
theme_mode |
Preference | Stores dark/light mode preference | 1 year | Zelarisax |
saved_articles |
Preference | Tracks your saved or bookmarked articles | 1 year | Zelarisax |
fr |
Advertising | Facebook conversion tracking | 3 months | Meta Platforms |
_fbp |
Advertising | Measures conversions from Facebook ads | 3 months | Meta Platforms |
ANID |
Advertising | Google advertising identifier | 2 years | Google Ads |
NID |
Advertising | Personalizes ad delivery based on interests | 6 months | |
_hjid |
Analytics | Hotjar user identifier | 1 year | Hotjar |
_hjIncludedInSessionSample |
Analytics | Hotjar session sampling | Session | Hotjar |
Note: Third-party cookie names and durations may vary based on provider updates. This list reflects cookies active as of the policy date.
Managing Your Cookies
Browser-Level Cookie Management
You have full control over cookies through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete cookies individually or in bulk
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Enable "Do Not Track" functionality
- Use private/incognito browsing mode (prevents cookie storage)
Instructions for Popular Browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy & Security → Clear browsing data
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit Zelarisax, a consent banner appears at the bottom of your screen. This banner allows you to:
- Accept All: Enable essential, preference, analytics, and advertising cookies
- Reject All: Decline non-essential cookies (essential cookies remain active for site functionality)
- Customize: Toggle individual cookie categories based on your preferences
- Learn More: Access this policy for detailed information
Your consent preferences are saved as a cookie (consent_preferences) and can be changed at any time by reopening the banner at the bottom of the page.
Do Not Track (DNT)
If your browser has DNT enabled, Zelarisax respects this preference by limiting our use of tracking cookies. However, some third-party services may not honor DNT signals. We recommend using browser-level cookie management for maximum control over data collection.
Third-Party Cookie Management
Our advertising and analytics partners set their own cookies. Visit their sites to manage these cookies directly:
Legal Information
This Cookie Policy is part of our broader commitment to transparency and data protection. We comply with the following regulations:
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): We obtain explicit consent before deploying non-essential cookies for EU visitors
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): California residents have rights to know, delete, and opt-out of data sales
- UAE Consumer Protection Laws: As an entity operating from Khalifa Street 126, Sharjah, UAE, we comply with local data protection standards
For a comprehensive understanding of how we collect, use, and protect your personal data, please review our Privacy Statement.
Questions About This Policy?
Our editorial team is committed to transparency. If you have questions or concerns about our cookie practices, please reach out to us:
Zelarisax Editorial Team
📍 Khalifa Street 126
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
✉️ For content questions and feedback: [email protected]
Last Updated: January 2024
Effective Date: January 2024
Next Review Date: January 2025
Zelarisax reserves the right to update this Cookie Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.
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