Cookie Policy
This document is provided as a template for demonstration purposes and does not constitute legal advice.
Last updated: 2026-07-26
This Cookie Policy explains how the merlon website uses cookies and similar technologies, why we use them, and how you can control your preferences.
1. What are cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember your actions and preferences over time. We also use similar technologies such as local storage — for example, to remember your selected region (merlon_region) and your cookie consent choices.
2. Types we use
- Necessary cookies — required for the website to function, including security, session integrity, and remembering your consent choices. These cannot be switched off.
- Analytics cookies — set only with your consent, to help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it. Data is aggregated where possible.
- Marketing cookies — set only with your consent, to measure the effectiveness of campaigns and tailor relevant messaging.
3. Example cookies
The table below lists representative examples. Actual names and durations may vary.
| Cookie | Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| merlon_session | Necessary | Maintains an authenticated session | Session |
| merlon_consent | Necessary | Stores your cookie consent choices | 12 months |
| merlon_region | Necessary | Remembers your selected region (US / CH) | 12 months |
| _ml_analytics | Analytics | Measures page views and usage patterns | 13 months |
| _ml_campaign | Marketing | Attributes visits to marketing campaigns | 90 days |
4. Managing cookies
You can accept, reject, or fine-tune analytics and marketing cookies at any time. Necessary cookies are always active.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings, including deleting existing cookies and blocking future ones. Note that disabling necessary cookies may affect how the website works.
5. Relation to Privacy
Where cookies process personal data, that processing is also described in our Privacy Policy. Consent for analytics and marketing cookies is one of the legal bases described there. You may withdraw consent at any time using the settings above.
6. Changes
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for legal reasons. The "Last updated" date above indicates when the policy was last revised.