Introduction
This Cookie Notice (“Notice”) explains how Chronicle Times (“we,” “us”) use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our websites, mobile applications, email newsletters, and other online products and services (collectively, "Services") that link to this policy. This Notice also details your options for managing cookies and other similar technologies.
What Are Cookies and How Are They Used?
Cookies and tracking technologies, such as web beacons, GIFs, pixels, and SDKs (referred to collectively as “Cookies”), are small files or technologies placed on your computer or device when you access online sites, services, or apps. Cookies help us recognize visitors across browsing sessions and devices, enabling certain features, improving Services, and delivering targeted advertising.
Cookies can be set by our site ("first-party cookies") or by third parties, such as analytics and advertising services ("third-party cookies"). These third parties collect and use information as described in this Notice and our Privacy Policy.
Types of Cookies
We use the following types of Cookies on our Services:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: Required for our Services to function securely and properly. These cannot be turned off in our systems, but you may set your browser to block them. Some parts of the Services may not work if you choose to block these cookies.
- Functional Cookies: These Cookies help personalize and enhance your experience by remembering your preferences. Without these, certain features may not function correctly.
- Performance Cookies: Allow us to measure and improve the performance of our Services by understanding traffic sources and popular content. These include third-party Cookies, such as Google Analytics, for analytics purposes.
- Targeting or Advertising Cookies: Help deliver relevant advertisements and measure advertising efficiency. These Cookies, often placed by our advertising partners, build a profile of your interests to deliver personalized ads. Disabling these may result in seeing less relevant ads.
- Social Media Cookies: Set by social media platforms, enabling you to share content. These platforms can track your activity outside of our Services, impacting content and messages you see on other services.
Your Choices
You may adjust your Cookie preferences at any time, depending on your location, through a “Manage Cookies” option, or use the tools described below. Please note that settings must be applied on each browser or device used, and deleting or clearing Cookies may reset preferences.
Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to manage or disable Cookies via settings. Instructions for popular browsers include: Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, Safari (iOS), Safari (Mac), and Opera. Consult your browser’s help menu for additional guidance.
Mobile Device Settings
Your mobile device may provide options to manage Cookies through settings like "Limit Ad Tracking" (iOS) or "Opt out of Ads Personalization" (Android).
Analytics Opt-Out
To disable certain analytics Cookies, you may use browser settings or individual provider opt-out options, including:
Interest-Based Advertising
Opt out of interest-based ads from third-party advertisers by visiting sites such as Network Advertising Initiative, Digital Advertising Alliance in the U.S., Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada, and European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance. Additional settings are available with some providers, including:
Even if you opt out, you may still see ads, though they may not be as relevant to you.
Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable Cookies, parts of our Services may not function correctly. Information may still be collected and used for essential operations, including remembering your preferences where applicable.