Legal · Mainspring Hall
Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 28 April 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website places on your device — computer, tablet, or phone — when you visit. They are widely used to make websites work, or to work more efficiently, and to provide basic information to the site operator.
A cookie does not give access to your device or any information about you beyond what you choose to share with a website. Most cookies contain a small amount of text, typically a unique identifier that allows the website to recognise your browser when you return.
The Mainspring Hall website uses a small number of cookies. This page explains what they are, what they do, and how you can control them. If you have questions that this policy does not answer, you can write to us at [email protected].
Cookies We Use
We group cookies into four categories. Essential cookies run the basic functions of the site and cannot be switched off. The other three categories are optional — you can adjust them in the preferences section below.
Essential Cookies
Always ActiveThese cookies are required for the website to function. They manage session security, remember your cookie consent choice, and ensure the site loads correctly. They cannot be turned off because the site would not work without them.
Examples: Session token, consent preference stored in localStorage
Duration: Session (deleted when browser closes) or up to 12 months
Analytics Cookies
OptionalThese cookies help us understand how visitors use the website — which pages are visited most, where visitors come from, and how they move through the site. All data is aggregated and anonymous. We use this information to improve the website over time.
Examples: Google Analytics (_ga, _gid), page view counters
Duration: Up to 2 years (Google Analytics default)
Marketing Cookies
OptionalThese cookies are set by advertising services we may use to understand the effectiveness of our advertising and to show relevant content to visitors who have previously visited our site. Disabling them does not prevent adverts from appearing; it means they are less likely to be relevant to you.
Examples: Facebook Pixel, Google Ads conversion tracking, Bing UET
Duration: Up to 90 days
Preference Cookies
OptionalThese cookies remember choices you have made — such as your preferred language or region — so you do not have to set them again on your next visit. They are not essential to site operation but improve the experience for returning visitors.
Examples: Language selection, display settings
Duration: Up to 12 months
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. These include Google Analytics for website measurement, and advertising measurement tools from Google and Meta (Facebook). These parties set cookies under their own privacy policies, which we cannot control. We encourage you to review those policies if you have concerns about how those services handle your data.
How Long Cookies Last
Session Cookies
Session cookies exist only while your browser is open. When you close the browser window or tab, they are deleted automatically. They are used for things like keeping you signed in during a single visit or remembering items in a temporary process.
Persistent Cookies
Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close the browser. They have an expiry date — typically between 30 days and 2 years — after which they are deleted automatically. Your consent preferences and analytics cookies fall into this category.
Your Cookie Preferences
Use the controls below to choose which optional cookies you allow. Your choice is saved to your browser and will apply on your next visit. Changes here also affect the cookie notice on the main site.
Essential Cookies
Required for the site to function. Always enabled.
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors use the site. Data is anonymous.
Marketing Cookies
Used for advertising measurement and relevance.
Preference Cookies
Remember your display and language choices between visits.
Managing Cookies in Your Browser
You can also control cookies directly through your browser settings. The steps differ by browser; instructions for the most common ones are below. Note that blocking all cookies may prevent parts of the website from working correctly.
Google Chrome
1. Open Chrome and select the three-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right corner.
2. Choose Settings, then scroll to Privacy and security.
3. Select Cookies and other site data.
4. Choose your preferred setting: allow all, block third-party, or block all cookies.
5. To delete existing cookies, select See all cookies and site data and remove individual entries or clear all.
Mozilla Firefox
1. Open Firefox and select the menu (≡) in the top-right corner.
2. Choose Settings, then select Privacy & Security.
3. Under Enhanced Tracking Protection, choose Standard, Strict, or Custom.
4. To manage specific cookies, scroll to Cookies and Site Data and select Manage Data.
5. You can search by site name and delete individual cookies or clear all stored data.
Apple Safari
1. Open Safari and select Safari in the menu bar, then choose Preferences (or Settings on newer macOS).
2. Click the Privacy tab.
3. Under Cookies and website data, choose to block all cookies or block cross-site tracking.
4. To manage stored cookies, click Manage Website Data and remove entries individually or clear all.
On iPhone or iPad: go to Settings → Safari → Privacy & Security.
Microsoft Edge
1. Open Edge and select the three-dot menu (…) in the top-right corner.
2. Choose Settings, then select Cookies and site permissions.
3. Click Cookies and site data to manage your settings.
4. Choose to allow, block, or clear cookies. You can also add specific sites to an allow or block list.
5. To see and delete stored cookies, select See all cookies and site data.
Mobile browsers: Cookie settings on mobile devices are generally found in the browser app's Settings menu, under Privacy or Advanced settings. The location varies between browser versions; consult the browser's help documentation if you cannot find it.
Your Rights
Withdraw Consent
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time using the preferences panel on this page. Your updated choice takes effect immediately and is saved to your browser.
Access Information
Under Malaysia's Personal Data Protection Act 2010, you have the right to request information about personal data we hold about you and how it is used. Contact us at [email protected] to make a request.
Effect of Disabling Cookies
Disabling optional cookies will not prevent you from using the website. Disabling essential cookies through your browser may cause some parts of the site to not work correctly — in particular, your consent preferences may not be saved between visits.
Questions
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how your data is handled, please write to us at [email protected]. We aim to respond within five working days.
This policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in the cookies we use or in applicable law. The date at the top of this page shows when it was last revised. We encourage you to review it from time to time.