This document explains how ardenok.info uses cookies, the categories of cookies in use, and the options available to you for managing your preferences. Last revised: January 2026.
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Ardenok uses cookies to support the basic functioning of this site and to gather aggregated, anonymised data about how readers engage with the journal. No cookie used on ardenok.info is designed to identify you as an individual or to build a personal behavioural profile.
The information below describes each category of cookie used on ardenok.info, explains the purpose of that category, and clarifies whether the cookies in that category require your consent before being placed. You may adjust your preferences at any time using the Cookie Settings option in the footer.
These cookies are required for the core functions of ardenok.info. Without them, the site cannot operate correctly. They do not collect personal data for analytics or marketing purposes, and they do not require consent under applicable law.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| ardenok_consent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 12 months |
| PHPSESSID | Standard session identifier for PHP pages | Session |
Functional cookies remember choices you make — for instance, your preferred display settings or the last section of the journal you visited. They allow the site to provide a more personalised reading experience. These cookies do not track activity on other websites.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| ardenok_pref | Saves display preferences between visits | 6 months |
| ardenok_scroll | Records last read position for long articles | 30 days |
Analytics cookies help the Ardenok editorial team understand which articles attract sustained readership, how readers move through the journal, and which topics are underserved. All data collected via these cookies is anonymised before any analysis. No individual reader is identified. This information is used solely to improve content quality and site navigation.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors (anonymised) | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Session state management (anonymised) | 2 years |
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