Cookie Policy
Last updated: April 2026
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to site owners. Under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive, we are required to obtain your consent before setting any non-essential cookies.
Cookies We Use
ICMD uses a minimal set of cookies. We categorize them as follows:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your cookie consent preferences. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| icmd_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 365 days |
Functional Cookies
ICMD does not currently use functional cookies beyond those strictly necessary for the site to operate.
Analytics Cookies
ICMD does not currently use analytics cookies or third-party tracking services. If we introduce analytics in the future, we will update this policy and request your consent before setting any analytics cookies.
Advertising Cookies
ICMD does not use advertising cookies or third-party advertising networks. We do not serve targeted advertisements.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website loads resources from the following third-party domains for functionality purposes:
| Domain | Purpose | Cookie Set? |
|---|---|---|
| fonts.googleapis.com / fonts.gstatic.com | Web fonts (Playfair Display, Inter) | No |
| cdn.tailwindcss.com | CSS framework | No |
| images.unsplash.com | Article cover images | No |
These services may collect anonymized usage data under their own privacy policies. We have no control over cookies set by third-party domains.
How to Manage Cookies
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:
- Cookie consent banner: When you first visit ICMD, a banner will appear allowing you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preference at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer.
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings. Note that blocking all cookies may affect your experience on our site.
For more information about managing cookies in your browser:
Your Rights Under GDPR
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to:
- Be informed about how your data is collected and used
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Rectify inaccurate personal data
- Request erasure of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
- Restrict or object to processing of your personal data
- Data portability — receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
Legal Basis for Processing
We process cookie-related data on the following legal bases under GDPR Article 6:
- Consent (Article 6(1)(a)): For any non-essential cookies, we obtain your explicit consent before setting them.
- Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f)): Strictly necessary cookies are set based on our legitimate interest in providing a functional website.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us at privacy@icmd.app.