Last updated: January 15, 2025
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 about how users interact with their sites.
At Kuching Tropical Mushroom Farm, we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and provide personalized content. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions.
Examples: Session cookies, security cookies, load balancing cookies
Duration: Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or up to 24 hours
Can be disabled: No - these are essential for website functionality
Analytics and Performance Cookies
Purpose: These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting information about page visits, traffic sources, and user behavior patterns.
Examples: Google Analytics cookies, page view tracking, bounce rate analysis
Duration: Up to 2 years
Can be disabled: Yes - through browser settings or opt-out tools
Functional Cookies
Purpose: These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences, language settings, and previous orders.
Examples: Language preference cookies, shopping cart cookies, user preference cookies
Duration: Up to 1 year
Can be disabled: Yes - but may affect website functionality
Marketing and Advertising Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
Examples: Facebook Pixel, Google Ads cookies, retargeting cookies
Duration: Up to 2 years
Can be disabled: Yes - through browser settings or advertising preference tools
Specific Cookies Used on Our Website
Below is a detailed list of the main cookies we use on pilgriigfp.org:
First-Party Cookies (Set by our website)
- cookies_accepted: Remembers your cookie consent choice (Duration: 1 year)
- cookies_accepted_date: Stores the date when you accepted cookies (Duration: 1 year)
- session_id: Maintains your session while browsing (Duration: Session)
- cart_items: Remembers items in your shopping cart (Duration: 7 days)
- user_preferences: Stores your website preferences (Duration: 6 months)
- language_setting: Remembers your language choice (Duration: 1 year)
Third-Party Cookies (Set by external services)
- Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat): Website analytics and user behavior tracking
- Google Maps: Embedded maps functionality and location services
- Facebook Pixel: Social media integration and advertising optimization
- Bootstrap/CDN cookies: Loading external stylesheets and scripts
Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several important purposes:
- Website Functionality: To ensure our website works properly and provides essential features like order processing and contact forms
- User Experience: To remember your preferences and provide a personalized browsing experience
- Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website and identify areas for improvement
- Security: To protect against fraud and ensure secure transactions
- Marketing: To show relevant advertisements and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
- Customer Service: To provide better support by understanding your interaction history with our website
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Opt-Out Tools
You can also use these tools to opt out of specific types of tracking:
- Google Analytics: Use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Facebook: Adjust your advertising preferences in your Facebook account settings
- General Advertising: Visit the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website:
- You may need to re-enter information on each visit
- Some website features may not work properly
- Personalized content and recommendations may not be available
- Order processing and shopping cart functionality may be impacted
Cookie Consent and Your Rights
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner asking for your consent to use cookies. By clicking "Accept," you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You have the right to:
- Withdraw your consent at any time by clearing your browser cookies
- Request information about the cookies we use
- Object to the use of certain types of cookies
- Access and delete your personal data associated with cookies
Third-Party Websites and Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or embed content from external services (such as Google Maps, social media platforms, or payment processors). These third parties may also use cookies and other tracking technologies. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties, and we encourage you to review their cookie policies.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will notify you by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Contact Us About Cookies
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please don't hesitate to contact us:
- Email: contact@pilgriigfp.org
- Phone: +60 8 1084 54970
- Address: Lot 1247, Jalan Pending Industrial Area, 93450 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
- Business Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Our team is happy to help you understand our cookie practices and assist with any privacy-related concerns you may have.