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Cookies Policy

Malkn Limited – Cookies Policy

Last updated: November 11, 2025

Introduction

This Cookies Policy explains how Malkn Limited (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website (the “Site”). We use cookies to ensure our website functions correctly, to personalise your experience, to analyse traffic, and to improve our services.

Our store is powered by Shopify, which also places cookies necessary for the operation and performance of the store. By using or continuing to browse our Site, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this Policy. 

What are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, enhance site functionality, and track performance. Cookies can be session-based (deleted once you close your browser) or persistent (stored until they expire or you delete them).

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • To operate the website: enabling you to browse pages, access secure areas, and complete purchases.

  • To improve performance: analysing visitor behaviour to help us enhance functionality and design.

  • To remember your preferences: such as region, currency, and login information.

  • To deliver personalised marketing: showing relevant ads and offers based on your interests.

Types of Cookies We Use

(a) Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of the store. Without them, the website cannot operate effectively. They include:

Name

Description

Duration

_identity_session

Merchant authentication: Main session cookie for Identity authentication. This is the underlying Rails session cookie. It contains the SID.

2y

_master_udr

Permanent device identifier.

session

_merchant_essential

Contains essential information for the correct functionality of merchant surfaces such as the admin area.

1y

_secure_admin_session_id

Used to store session id in core for auth Legacy Admin

12w

_secure_admin_session_id_csrf

Used to store session id in core for auth Legacy Admin

12w

_shopify_essential

Contains essential information for the correct functionality of a store such as session and checkout information and anti-tampering data.

1y

_shopify_essential_

Contains an opaque token that is used to identify a device for all essential purposes.

1y

_shopify_test

Used to check cookie capabilities on the client.

1min

_tracking_consent

Used to store a user's preferences if a merchant has set up privacy rules in the visitor's region.

1y

cart

Contains information related to the user's cart.

2w

cart_currency

Used after a checkout is completed to initialize a new empty cart with the same currency as the one just used.

2w

discount_code

Stores a discount code (received from an online store visit with a URL parameter) in order to the next checkout.

session

keep_alive

Used when international domain redirection is enabled to determine if a request is the first one of a session.

session

localization

Used to localize the cart to the correct country.

2w

login_with_shop_finalize

Used to facilitate login with Shop.

5min

shopify_pay

Used to log in a buyer into Shop Pay when they come back to checkout on the same store.

1y

storefront_digest

Stores a digest of the storefront password, allowing merchants to preview their storefront while it's password protected.

1y

These cookies are automatically enabled and cannot be switched off through our system.

(b) Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Site and improve usability.

Name

Description

Duration

_landing_page

Capture the landing page of visitor when they come from other sites.

2w

_merchant_analytics

Contains analytics data for the merchant session.

1y

_orig_referrer

Allows merchant to identify where people are visiting them from.

2w

_shopify_analytics

Contains analytics data for buyer surfaces such as the storefront or checkout.

1y

_shopify_s

Used to identify a given browser session/shop combination. Duration is 30 minute rolling expiry of last use.

30min

_shopify_y

Shopify analytics.

1y

shop_analytics

Contains the required buyer information for analytics in Shop.

1y

Analytics cookies help us improve the Site but are optional; you can manage them via your browser or consent banner.

(c) Marketing Cookies

We use marketing cookies to deliver ads and promotions that are more relevant to your interests.

Name

Description

Duration

_shopify_marketing

Contains marketing data for buyer surfaces such as the storefront or checkout.

1y

Marketing cookies may also be used by our advertising partners, such as Meta and Google, to measure ad effectiveness and tailor content.

(d) Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your language, region, and display settings to improve your experience.

Name

Description

Duration

shopify_override_user_locale

Used as a mechanism to set User locale in admin.

1y

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our Site are placed by third-party providers that help us better understand how visitors interact with our site, measure marketing effectiveness, and deliver personalised advertising that matches your interests. These third parties may collect data across multiple websites. Please refer to their own cookie policies for details on how they process data:

You can opt out of personalised advertising or interest-based cookies at any time by visiting www.networkadvertising.org/choices or by adjusting your cookie preferences within your browser or device settings.

Managing Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers accept cookies by default, but you can modify settings to block or alert you when cookies are used.

If you disable certain cookies, parts of our Site (such as checkout) may not function properly.

Guides for managing cookies:

If you use a mobile device, you can also manage cookies and tracking preferences through your device’s browser or privacy settings:

If you wish to delete any cookies already stored on your computer or device, please refer to the instructions for your browser or file management software to locate and remove them manually. Further information on deleting or controlling cookies is available at www.allaboutcookies.org.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, law, or our operations. Updates will appear on this page with the “Last updated” date revised. Your continued use of our Site after any updates signifies your acceptance of the updated Policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookies Policy or how we handle your data, please e-mail us at hi@malknstudio.co.uk or contact us at Unit V307, Vox Studios, 1–45 Durham Street, London, SE11 5AP, United Kingdom. You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and, where applicable, to request that your data be corrected or deleted.

If you have any concerns or complaints about how we handle your personal data, we encourage you to contact us first so we can address the matter promptly and directly. However, you have the right to lodge a complaint at any time with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), the UK supervisory authority for data protection. You can contact the ICO at www.ico.org.uk or by calling 0303 123 1113.