Cookie Policy.
The cookies we set on your device, what each category does, and how to change your preferences at any time.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide analytical information to site owners.
We use two types of cookies on the Platform:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that remain in your browser only until you leave the site and close your browser. We use these to maintain basic site functionality during your visit.
- Persistent Cookies: Remain in your browser for a longer period (depending on the specific cookie). We use these to remember your consent preferences and to support analytics.
2. How We Use Cookies
As a directory dedicated to the Western Australian mining sector, WA Mining Index uses cookies primarily to:
- Ensure the Platform functions properly and securely (Essential Cookies).
- Understand how visitors navigate our directory and which content is most useful (Analytics Cookies, via Google Analytics).
- Remember your preferences, such as having dismissed the cookie banner, so you are not repeatedly prompted.
3. Cookies We Use
For transparency, these are the primary cookies you may encounter on our Platform:
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| wa_sid | Maintains an active site session for dynamic content and security. | Session |
| Cookie consent flag | Records that you have acknowledged our cookie banner so it is not shown repeatedly. | Up to 12 months |
| _ga / _ga_[ID] | Google Analytics — distinguishes users and measures engagement across the Platform. | Up to 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics — distinguishes users for session-level reporting. | 24 hours |
If we introduce additional cookies in the future (for example, for advertising, retargeting, or conversion tracking), we will update this Cookie Policy and, where required by law, request your consent.
4. Third-Party Analytics
We use Google Analytics to measure site traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics may set cookies on your device that send aggregated, de-identified data about your visit to Google. Google's privacy practices are described at policies.google.com/privacy.
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
5. Advertising and Retargeting
We do not currently use advertising or retargeting cookies. If we introduce them in the future (for example, LinkedIn Insights, Google Ads, or Meta pixels for B2B advertising), we will update this Cookie Policy and obtain your consent where required by applicable law.
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data.
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data.
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data.
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions.
Please note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on the Platform, particularly for essential functions.
Revoke Consent: You can change your cookie preferences or withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link located in the footer of our website, where available.
7. "Do Not Track" Signals
Some web browsers incorporate a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. At this time, the Platform does not respond to DNT signals. We track user activity solely for the purposes described in this Cookie Policy and our Privacy Policy.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie usage, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by posting a notice on the Platform.
For any questions about our use of cookies, please refer to our Privacy Policy or contact us via waminingindex.com.au/contact.