This Cookie Policy explains how the International Journal of Environmental and Agriculture Research (IJOEAR) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, enhance user experience, and provide information to website owners.
Cookies do not typically contain any information that personally identifies a user. However, personal information that we store about you may be linked to the information stored in and obtained from cookies.
How We Use Cookies
IJOEAR uses cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Website Functions
To enable core website functionality such as navigation, login, and access to secure areas of the website.
Performance & Analytics
To understand how visitors interact with our website, measure traffic, and improve user experience.
User Preferences
To remember your preferences and settings for future visits.
Security
To help protect our website from fraudulent activity and security threats.
Types of Cookies We Use
Cookie Category
Duration
Purpose
User Control
Essential Cookies
Session to 1 year
Required for website functionality
Cannot be disabled
Functional Cookies
Up to 1 year
Remember user preferences
Can be disabled
Analytics Cookies
Up to 2 years
Track website usage and performance
Can be disabled
Third-Party Cookies
Varies
Embedded content and services
Varies by provider
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our website. Without these cookies, our website would not function properly.
Cookie Name
Purpose
Duration
session_id
Maintains user session while navigating the website
Session
csrf_token
Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks
Session
cookie_consent
Records your cookie preference consent
1 year
load_balancer
Distributes website traffic across servers
Session
Essential cookies cannot be disabled through our cookie preference center as they are required for website functionality.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization of our website.
Cookie Name
Purpose
Duration
user_preferences
Stores user interface preferences (e.g., theme, font size)
1 year
recent_articles
Remembers recently viewed articles for easy access
30 days
search_history
Saves recent search queries for convenience
30 days
Analytics & Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website, allowing us to improve user experience and website performance.
Cookie Name
Purpose
Duration
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Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique users
2 years
_gid
Google Analytics - Distinguishes users
24 hours
_gat
Google Analytics - Throttles request rate
1 minute
page_views
Tracks page view counts for popular articles
30 days
referrer_tracking
Identifies how users arrived at our website
30 days
Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous information about website usage. Google Analytics uses its own cookies. You can learn more about Google's privacy practices at policies.google.com/privacy.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website may contain embedded content from third-party services, which may set their own cookies.
Note: IJOEAR does not control the cookie settings of third-party services. Please refer to the respective third-party privacy and cookie policies for more information.
Cookie Consent & Control
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to:
Accept All Cookies
Enable all cookie categories for optimal website experience
Customize Preferences
Select which cookie categories to enable or disable
Reject Non-Essential
Disable all non-essential cookies
Cookie Preference Center
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in the website footer. Your preferences will be saved for future visits.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings (see next section).
How to Manage Cookies in Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
Google Chrome
Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Important: Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for basic website operation.
Policy Updates
IJOEAR may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our business practices.
Version
Effective Date
Changes
3.0
January 15, 2025
Current version - Updated to comply with latest privacy regulations
2.0
March 10, 2023
Added detailed cookie categories and preference center
1.0
January 5, 2020
Initial cookie policy
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically. Continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us.
