Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 28, 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, tablet, or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to the website owners about how visitors interact with the site.
Cookies can be "first-party" (set by the website you are visiting) or "third-party" (set by a different domain from the one you are visiting, such as an analytics or advertising provider). Cookies can also be "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" cookies (stored on your device for a set period or until you delete them).
2. How We Use Cookies
A News Time uses cookies and similar technologies (including web beacons, pixels, and local storage) for the purposes described below. We categorise cookies into four types based on their purpose:
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as page navigation, secure areas, and cookie consent management. These cookies cannot be disabled as the website would not function without them.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| session_id | Maintains your session state across pages | Session |
| csrf_token | Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They allow us to measure and improve the performance of our site, understand which pages are most popular, and see how visitors navigate through the site.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique visitors | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 — maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics — distinguishes visitors within a 24-hour period | 24 hours |
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your settings and preferences to provide a more personalised experience. Without these cookies, some features may not function as expected.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme_pref | Stores your light/dark mode preference | 1 year |
| font_size | Stores your preferred text size setting | 1 year |
Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies are set by our advertising partners with our permission and subject to your consent.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _gcl_au | Google Ads — stores conversion data | 90 days |
| IDE | Google DoubleClick — ad targeting and measurement | 13 months |
| NID | Google — stores preferences and ad personalisation | 6 months |
4. Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use the following technologies:
- Web beacons (pixels): Tiny transparent images embedded in emails or web pages that allow us to track whether an email has been opened or a page has been visited.
- Local storage: HTML5 local storage may be used to store preferences and settings that enhance your experience on our site.
- JavaScript tags: Code snippets that enable analytics and advertising services to collect data about your visit.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
5.1 Our Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.
5.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically set your browser to refuse all cookies, accept only first-party cookies, or alert you when a cookie is being set. The method for managing cookies varies by browser:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies
5.3 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. For advertising cookies, you can manage your preferences through the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page or the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance.
Please note: Removing or blocking cookies may impact your user experience. Some features of our website may not function properly without certain cookies, and you may see more generic (less relevant) advertising.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in technology, or updates to applicable law. Material changes will be communicated through a notice on our website. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at help@anewstime.com.