This Cookie Policy explains how the COSOMA Blog (blog.cosoma.mw), operated by the Copyright Society of Malawi (COSOMA), uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website. By continuing to use this site, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience. Cookies cannot run programs or deliver viruses to your computer — they are simply small data files that allow the website to function properly.
How We Use Cookies
The COSOMA Blog uses cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as logging in or filling in a form. Without these cookies, some parts of the website may not work correctly.
- wordpress_[hash] — Used to manage your login session if you are a registered blog user or administrator.
- wordpress_logged_in_[hash] — Indicates whether you are currently logged in to the WordPress admin area.
- wp-settings-[uid] — Stores your WordPress interface preferences, such as article editor settings.
Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you have made (such as articles you have read) and provide a more personalised experience.
- read_history — Remembers which articles you have previously read, enabling the Read History feature on the blog.
- comment_author / comment_author_email / comment_author_url — Set when you leave a comment on a blog post. These remember your name and email for convenience on future visits.
Analytics Cookies
We may use analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with the COSOMA Blog — such as which articles are read most often, how long visitors stay on the site, and where traffic comes from. This helps us improve the quality and relevance of our content. Analytics data is collected in aggregate and does not identify individual visitors.
Third-Party Cookies
Some content on the COSOMA Blog may be embedded from or link to third-party services such as YouTube (for video content) or Facebook (for social sharing). These services may set their own cookies on your device when you interact with embedded content. We do not control these third-party cookies and recommend reading the privacy and cookie policies of those services directly.
How to Manage Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or be notified when a new cookie is set. Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of this website.
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Changes to This Policy
COSOMA may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how the COSOMA Blog handles your data, please contact us:
Copyright Society of Malawi (COSOMA)
Off Paul Kagame Road, Adjacent to Maula Prison
P.O. Box 3064, Lilongwe, Malawi
Email: cosoma@cosoma.mw
Phone: +265 981 186 562
Website: cosoma.mw
Last updated: June 2025
