Cookie Policy

The International Parliament Journal (IPJ)
Effective Date: June 6, 2026
Last Updated: June 6, 2026
Website: https://parliamentjournal.com

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how The International Parliament Journal (IPJ) (“IPJ”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on https://parliamentjournal.com (the “Website”).

Consequently, by continuing to use our Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy, unless you disable them through your browser settings.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when you visit a website.

Accordingly, cookies help websites:

• Recognize users across sessions

• Remember preferences and settings

• Improve functionality and performance

• Enhance security and fraud prevention

• Provide analytical and advertising services

Moreover, cookies do not typically contain information that directly identifies an individual user, but personal information that we store about you may be linked to information stored in cookies.

Types of Cookies

2. How IPJ Uses Cookies

The International Parliament Journal uses cookies to:

• Ensure the Website functions properly

• Improve Website performance and loading speed

• Remember user preferences and settings (language, region, display)

• Analyze visitor behavior and traffic patterns

• Measure audience engagement with content

• Enhance security and fraud prevention

• Support advertising and sponsorship services

• Deliver relevant content and advertisements

• Enable login authentication for members

• Manage session data for forms and applications

3. Types of Cookies We Use

A. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Website to operate correctly.

Specifically, they may include cookies used for:

• Security (preventing unauthorized access)

• Login authentication (member login sessions)

• Session management (form submissions, shopping carts)

• Website functionality (navigation, page loading)

Without these cookies, certain features may not function properly. Therefore, you cannot disable essential cookies as the website will not work correctly without them.

B. Performance and Analytics Cookies

Additionally, these cookies help us understand how visitors use our Website.

In particular, they may collect information such as:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page

• Navigation paths (how users move through the site)

• Device information (browser, operating system, device type)

• Geographic region (country, city)

• Referral sources (how users found the site)

• Error messages and technical issues

Consequently, this information helps us improve content, design, and user experience. Importantly, this data is aggregated and anonymized.

Furthermore, IPJ uses Google Analytics for analytics tracking.

C. Functionality Cookies

Moreover, these cookies allow the Website to remember choices made by users, such as:

• Language preferences (English, French, Spanish, etc.)

• Display preferences (font size, layout)

• Region settings (country, time zone)

• User interface customizations

As a result, these cookies improve the user experience by providing personalized features.

D. Advertising Cookies

Finally, advertising cookies help display relevant advertisements to users.

Specifically, these cookies may:

• Measure advertising performance (clicks, conversions)

• Limit repeated advertisements (frequency capping)

• Personalize advertisements based on interests

• Support advertising networks and sponsors

Notably, advertising cookies may be set by IPJ or by third-party advertising providers.

4. Google AdSense Cookies

The International Parliament Journal displays advertisements through Google AdSense and other advertising partners.

How Google AdSense Uses Cookies

Consequently, Google and its partners may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to:

• Serve advertisements on our Website

• Personalize advertising based on your interests

• Measure advertising effectiveness (clicks, conversions, revenue)

• Prevent fraud and abuse in advertising

Google’s Advertising Cookies

Importantly, Google’s advertising cookies may use information from:

• Visits to this Website (parliamentjournal.com)

• Visits to other websites that use Google services

Therefore, this information is used to provide relevant advertisements to you.

Learn More About Google

For more information about how Google uses information from sites that use its services:

Google Privacy & Technologies: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites

Opt-Out of Personalized Advertising

To manage your advertising preferences:

Google Ads Settings: https://adssettings.google.com

5. Third-Party Cookies

Additionally, some cookies may be placed by third-party services integrated into our Website, including:

Consequently, these third parties may collect information according to their own privacy and cookie policies.

Importantly, IPJ does not control third-party cookies. Therefore, we encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third parties.

6. Managing Cookies

6.1 Browser Controls

Moreover, most web browsers allow users to:

• View cookies stored on your device

• Delete cookies individually or all at once

• Block cookies entirely or third-party cookies only

• Receive notifications when cookies are being used

6.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

Google Chrome

1. Click three dots (top right) → Settings

2. Go to Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

3. Choose your preference

Learn more: Chrome Cookie Settings

Mozilla Firefox

1. Click menu (top right) → Settings

2. Go to Privacy & Security

3. Under Cookies and Site Data, choose your preference

Learn more: Firefox Cookie Settings

Safari (Mac/iOS)

1. Go to Safari → Preferences → Privacy

2. Choose cookie blocking preference

Learn more: Safari Cookie Settings

Microsoft Edge

1. Click three dots (top right) → Settings

2. Go to Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies

3. Choose your preference

Learn more: Edge Cookie Settings

6.3 Mobile Device Settings

iOS (iPhone/iPad)

1. Go to Settings → Safari

2. Tap Privacy & Security

3. Enable Block All Cookies or Prevent Cross-Site Tracking

Android (Chrome)

1. Open Chrome app

2. Tap three dots → Settings → Site settings → Cookies

3. Choose your preference

6.4 Important Note

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of the Website, including:

• Login functionality

• Form submissions

• Preference memory

• Personalized content

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights regarding the collection and processing of personal information associated with cookies.

7.1 GDPR Rights (European Union)

Specifically, if you are in the European Economic Area (EEA):

• Right to consent before non-essential cookies are set

• Right to withdraw consent at any time

• Right to access information collected via cookies

• Right to correction of inaccurate information

• Right to deletion of personal information

• Right to restriction of processing

• Right to object to certain processing activities

7.2 CCPA Rights (California, USA)

Furthermore, if you are in California:

• Right to know what personal data is collected (including via cookies)

• Right to opt out of the sale of personal data

• Right to delete personal data

• Right to non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights

7.3 Other Jurisdictions

Additionally, other countries may have similar data protection laws. Therefore, review local regulations for your rights.

For more information, please review our Privacy Policy:
https://parliamentjournal.com/privacy-policy

8. Web Beacons and Tracking Pixels

In addition to cookies, IPJ may use web beacons (also called clear gifs or tracking pixels) in:

• Email newsletters (to track opens and clicks)

• Embedded content (to track engagement)

• Advertising campaigns (to measure effectiveness)

Consequently, web beacons are tiny electronic images that allow us to:

• Verify if an email was opened

• Track if specific links were clicked

• Measure engagement with content

• Improve our communication strategies

9. Changes to This Cookie Policy

IPJ may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect:

• Changes in cookie technologies

• New services or features added

• Updates to privacy laws or regulations (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)

• Feedback from users

• Changes to advertising partners

How We Notify You

Specifically, any updates will be:

• Published on this page

• Updated with a new effective date at the top

• Notified via email (if you have subscribed to our newsletter, for significant changes)

Therefore, continued use of the Website following publication of changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Cookie Policy.

10. Contact Us

For questions regarding this Cookie Policy, please contact:

The International Parliament Journal (IPJ)

• Website: https://parliamentjournal.com

• General Email: ipj.parliaments@parliamentjournal.com

• Privacy Officer: privacy@parliamentjournal.com

• Contact Page: https://parliamentjournal.com/contact-us

• Address: Delhi, India

Consequently, we will make reasonable efforts to respond to cookie-related enquiries in a timely manner (within 30 days).

11. Summary of Cookies Used on IPJ

12. Related Documents

Finally, this Cookie Policy is part of IPJ’s broader legal framework:

• Privacy Policy: https://parliamentjournal.com/privacy-policy

• Terms & Conditions: https://parliamentjournal.com/terms-and-conditions