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Cookie Policy
Last updated: 10 January 2026
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on a visitor's device when they access a website. They are widely used to enable websites to function correctly, to remember visitor preferences, and to provide aggregated data to website operators about how visitors use a site.
This page explains the categories of cookies used on areno.info, their purpose, and how visitors can manage their preferences.
Cookie Categories
Essential Cookies
Always ActiveEssential cookies are required for the website to function. They are set automatically in response to visitor actions such as submitting a form or setting cookie preferences. They cannot be disabled without significantly impairing the functionality of the site.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| areno_consent | Stores visitor cookie consent preferences | 12 months |
| areno_session | Maintains session state during a single visit | Session |
Analytics Cookies
OptionalAnalytics cookies collect aggregated, anonymised data about how visitors use the website. The data is used to understand which articles attract the most interest, how visitors navigate between pages, and what content serves readers most effectively. No personally identifiable information is collected through these cookies.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique visitors (Google Analytics) | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Persists session state (Google Analytics) | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes visitors within a 24-hour window | 24 hours |
Functional Cookies
OptionalFunctional cookies enable enhanced site behaviour such as remembering display preferences or enabling embedded content. At present, Areno Journal uses a limited number of functional cookies, primarily in connection with the embedded map on the contact page.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NID | Google Maps preferences (embedded map) | 6 months |
Managing Cookie Preferences
Visitors can manage their cookie preferences at any time using the Cookie Settings link in the footer of every page. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the site to function correctly.
Cookies can also be managed or deleted at the browser level. Most modern browsers allow visitors to:
- — View all cookies currently stored by a website.
- — Delete cookies for a specific site or for all sites.
- — Block cookies from specific sites or from all third-party sources.
- — Set preferences for cookie handling on a site-by-site basis.
Note that disabling analytics or functional cookies may limit some aspects of the website experience without impairing access to editorial content.
Third-Party Opt-Out
Where cookies are set by third-party services (such as Google Analytics), visitors may opt out through those services directly. The Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on is available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout. Areno Journal has no control over third-party opt-out mechanisms.
Changes to This Policy
Areno Journal may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in the cookies used on the website or applicable requirements. The date of the most recent revision is shown at the top of this page. Continued use of the website following a policy update constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. For significant changes affecting the categories of cookies used, visitors will be presented with a fresh consent notice.
Questions
Questions about this Cookie Policy may be directed to the editorial team at [email protected].