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Cookie Policy

Last updated: March 2026

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Digital News uses them, and what choices you have regarding their use. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

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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 are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better browsing experience, and supply information to the website owners.

Cookies do not typically contain personal information that directly identifies you, but the information we store about you may be linked to information obtained from cookies. We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain on your device for a set period).

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Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.

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Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use Google Analytics to track page views, session duration, and popular content. This data helps us improve the structure and content of our site. You can opt out of analytics cookies at any time through your browser settings.

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Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. They do not directly store personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.

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Cookie Details

NamePurposeDurationType
session_idMaintains your session state as you navigate the websiteSessionEssential
csrf_tokenPrevents cross-site request forgery for form submissionsSessionEssential
cookie_consentRecords your cookie consent preferences1 yearEssential
_gaGoogle Analytics: distinguishes unique users2 yearsAnalytics
_ga_*Google Analytics: maintains session state2 yearsAnalytics
_gidGoogle Analytics: distinguishes users during a 24-hour period24 hoursAnalytics
_gcl_auGoogle Ads: stores conversion data for ad click attribution90 daysAdvertising
theme_prefRemembers your display preferences such as layout mode1 yearFunctional
recently_viewedTracks recently viewed articles for quick access30 daysFunctional
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Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. The following links provide instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the website to operate.

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Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

We use cookies and analytics to understand how the site is used and to keep the service free. Choose Accept All to allow this, or Essential Only to use just the cookies we need to keep the site working. You can change your choice any time in our Cookie Policy