Cookies Policy
Last updated: 02/10/2026
What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They store information such as your preferences, browsing history on the site, and technical details that help the site function correctly. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage that can access or store data in comparable ways. On an informational website focused on programming courses these files allow the site to remember settings like language choice or content viewed without requiring repeated entry of the same details.
Why Does coursemixel Use Cookies
coursemixel operates a non-commercial informational platform about programming education. Cookies support basic site operation, improve readability of course descriptions, and gather limited anonymous statistics on how visitors explore programming topics. Without these technologies certain pages would load incorrectly and users would lose the ability to navigate smoothly between sections on different programming languages and learning paths.
Categories of Cookies We Use
The site categorises cookies into five groups. Strictly necessary cookies enable core functions such as page loading and form submission on the contact page. Functional cookies remember user selections like preferred course categories. Analytics or performance cookies measure visit frequency and popular topics. Advertising or targeting cookies are not used because the site carries no commercial promotions. Social-media cookies may appear if embedded content from external platforms is present, though the site minimises such embeds.
First-Party Versus Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by coursemixel and relate only to activity on this domain. They handle session continuity and basic preferences for visitors reading about programming courses. Third-party cookies come from external providers such as analytics services or content delivery networks. These may track activity across unrelated sites but the site limits their use to essential performance monitoring only.
Session Versus Persistent Cookies
Session cookies exist only while the browser remains open and are deleted automatically when the session ends. They support immediate navigation between course overview pages. Persistent cookies remain on the device for a defined period, typically up to twenty-four months, to retain long-term preferences such as previously viewed programming tutorials. Retention periods are chosen to balance convenience with data minimisation principles under Malaysian law.
Data Handled and Purpose of Each Category
Strictly necessary cookies may record device type and session identifiers solely to keep the site responsive. Functional cookies store display settings without linking to personal identity. Analytics cookies collect aggregated page-view counts and referral paths to understand which programming topics attract most interest. No category captures names, email addresses, or other direct identifiers unless the visitor voluntarily supplies them through the contact form.
Legal Basis for Using Cookies in Malaysia
Malaysia regulates personal data through the Personal Data Protection Act 2010. The site relies on consent for non-essential cookies and legitimate interests for strictly necessary cookies that enable basic operation. Because the platform is informational and non-commercial, the approach emphasises transparency and user control rather than marketing purposes. Visitors may withdraw consent at any time without affecting access to core content.
Our Cookie Table
- Name: _sessionid Purpose: Maintains active browsing session Provider: coursemixel Category: Strictly necessary Duration: Session only
- Name: pref_lang Purpose: Stores chosen display language Provider: coursemixel Category: Functional Duration: 12 months
- Name: analytics_id Purpose: Counts visits to programming topic pages Provider: Third-party analytics service Category: Analytics Duration: 24 months
- Name: perf_load Purpose: Measures page speed for course listings Provider: Content delivery network Category: Analytics Duration: 6 months
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
The site displays a cookie banner on first visit. Users can accept all categories, reject non-essential categories, or access detailed settings through the banner controls. Choices are stored for subsequent visits. To change preferences later, return to the banner via the footer link or clear site data through browser settings. Withdrawal of consent takes effect immediately for future page loads.
Browser-Level Controls
Most browsers allow blocking or deleting cookies through privacy settings. Disabling strictly necessary cookies may prevent the contact form from submitting correctly and cause repeated prompts for language selection. Disabling analytics cookies stops collection of aggregate usage data but does not limit access to programming course information. Instructions for popular browsers are available in their respective help sections.
International Data Transfers
Some analytics providers may process data outside Malaysia. The site selects providers that maintain appropriate safeguards consistent with the Personal Data Protection Act. Further details on data handling practices appear in the separate Privacy Policy accessible from the footer.
Changes to This Policy
coursemixel may update this Cookies Policy when technologies or legal requirements change. The last-updated date at the top of the page indicates the current version. Continued use of the site after an update constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
Contact Us
Questions about cookie usage or data practices may be sent through the contact form on the Contacts page or by writing to [email protected]. Postal correspondence can be addressed to G-3A-02, Corporate Office Suite, KL Gateway, No 2, Jalan Kerinchi, Gerbang Kerinchi Lestari, 59200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Telephone enquiries are accepted at +60 3-7931 9658. The site aims to respond within a reasonable timeframe under Malaysian data protection expectations.