Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 15, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Wixelewede uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website. We want to ensure you understand what cookies are, how we use them, and what choices you have regarding their use.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners. Cookies enable websites to remember your preferences, login status, and other information that makes your browsing experience more convenient and personalized.

There are different types of cookies:

  • Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
  • First-party Cookies: Set directly by our website
  • Third-party Cookies: Set by external services we use on our website

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes to enhance your experience on our website:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and remembering your cookie preferences. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.

Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve our website's performance and user experience. These cookies collect information about how you use our website, such as which pages you visit most often and any error messages you receive.

Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites with the intention of displaying relevant advertisements. They may be used by advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites.

Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies on our website. These services help us provide better functionality and analyze our website performance:

  • Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
  • Social Media Plugins: For social media sharing functionality
  • Content Delivery Networks: For faster loading of website resources
  • Customer Support Tools: For live chat and customer service features

Please note that we do not control these third-party cookies. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third-party services to understand how they use cookies.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. You can also set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being sent. However, please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

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

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies or customize your preferences. Your choices are stored and will be remembered for future visits.

Opt-Out Tools

For analytics cookies, you can opt out using these tools:

  • Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
  • Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page
  • Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page

Mobile Device Cookies

If you access our website through a mobile device, you may receive cookies through your mobile browser. You can manage these cookies through your mobile browser settings, similar to desktop browsers. Some mobile devices also provide settings to limit ad tracking.

Cookie Retention

Different cookies have different retention periods:

  • Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Preference cookies: Typically stored for 1 year
  • Analytics cookies: Usually stored for 2 years
  • Marketing cookies: Retention periods vary by provider

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

  • Email: contact@wixelewede.org
  • Phone: +60 5 1419 97140
  • Address: Jalan Pending Industrial Area, 93450 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we use cookies and similar technologies. Your trust is important to us, and we strive to provide you with clear information about our data practices.