This Cookie Policy explains how Matsystorycrate Publications Ltd utilizes cookies, local storage keys, and related browser storage technologies across matsystorycrate.com. In accordance with the EU ePrivacy Directive (Directive 2002/58/EC) and the GDPR, we provide a complete inventory of storage identifiers and clear mechanisms for user control.
1. What Are Cookies and Local Storage?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device by websites that you visit. They are widely used to make websites function efficiently, retain layout preferences between sessions, and report aggregate analytical statistics. Modern browsers also employ HTML5 Web Storage (such as localStorage), which stores key-value pairs directly in your browser without transmitting them on every network request.
2. Comprehensive Storage Inventory
Below is a complete index of storage items deployed on this website:
| Identifier | Category | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
matsy_cookie_consent |
Essential / Storage | First-Party | Stores your choice ("accept", "reject", "preferences") to suppress redundant banner prompts. | Persistent (12 Months) |
matsy_sess_id |
Essential | First-Party | Maintains basic cryptographic session token for contact form spam mitigation. | Session only |
_matsy_pstat |
Analytics | First-Party | Anonymous page visit counter with masked IP to assess article popularity. | 30 Days |
matsy_pref_theme |
Functional | First-Party | Retains user text-scale or contrast preference toggles where applied. | 6 Months |
3. Cookie Categories Defined
- Essential Cookies & Storage: Strictly necessary for the technical operation of our website. These enable core security features, network management, and accessibility preferences. These cannot be disabled in our systems.
- Analytics & Performance Cookies: Allow us to measure visitor counts and traffic sources in an aggregate, privacy-preserving manner, enabling us to optimize our server infrastructure and identify which viewpoint guides receive the most attention.
- Functional Cookies: Enhance website functionality and personalization by remembering non-essential user settings.
4. Managing and Revoking Cookie Choices
You can adjust your cookie preferences at any time using the action buttons in our banner, or by clearing your browser's local storage cache for this domain. Additionally, all major desktop and mobile web browsers allow you to manage cookie acceptance via their configuration menus:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Third-party cookies.
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Enhanced Tracking Protection.
- Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Block all cookies / Manage Website Data.
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies.
5. Policy Revisions
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect technological adjustments or changes in regulatory obligations. Any revisions will be published on this page with an updated timestamp.
Inquiries Concerning Cookies
If you have technical questions regarding our use of local storage or analytics data, please email our administrative technical desk at [email protected].