Cookie Settings

Last Updated: June 12, 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you interact with content, and improve your overall experience. Similar technologies like pixels, web beacons, and local storage may also be used.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:
  • Keep you logged in and remember your preferences
  • Analyze site traffic and performance
  • Deliver relevant content and recommendations
  • Ensure site security and functionality

3. Types of Cookies We Use

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Category Purpose Examples
Essential Required for basic site functionality. These cannot be disabled. Session management, security tokens, login state
Performance Help us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it. Page load times, navigation patterns, error tracking
Functional Remember your choices and personalize your experience. Language preference, font size, saved articles
Analytics Collect aggregated data about site usage and visitor behavior. Google Analytics, visitor counts, popular articles
Advertising Deliver and measure the effectiveness of advertisements. Ad impressions, click-through rates, frequency capping

4. Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:
  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies

Our Cookie Banner

When you first visit Communal News Network, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to:
  • Accept All Cookies — Allow all cookie categories
  • Customize Preferences — Select which non-essential cookies you accept
  • Reject Non-Essential — Only allow essential cookies
You can update your preferences anytime by clicking the Cookie Settings link in our website footer.

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our site are placed by third-party services we use:
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Third Party Purpose Opt-Out
Google Analytics Site traffic and usage analysis Google Opt-Out
Google AdSense Advertising delivery and measurement Ad Settings
Social Media Plugins Sharing and engagement features Manage via respective social platform settings
We do not control these third-party cookies. Please review their privacy policies for more information.

6. Do Not Track

Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature. We honor DNT signals where technically feasible. However, DNT is not a universal standard, and our site may still collect certain data necessary for operation.

7. Cookie Duration

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Type Duration Description
Session Cookies Deleted when you close your browser Temporary, used for the current visit only
Persistent Cookies 30 days to 2 years Remember preferences across visits

8. Changes to Cookie Settings

We may update this Cookie Settings page to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted here with an updated date.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Communal News Network
4299 Express Lane
Sarasota, FL 34249 USA
📧 Email: [privacy@communalnewsnetwork.com]
📱 WhatsApp: 1.941.225.7374
📞 Phone: 1.941.227.4444
📠 Fax: 1.941.827.2985
Your privacy and control over your data are important to us.