1. Introduction
PacificDailyNews.com (“we,” “us,” “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on https://pacificdailynews.com/ (the “Site”). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding cookies.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help sites remember your actions and preferences (such as login credentials, language, font size) over a period, so you don’t have to re-enter them whenever you return.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies:
3.1 Essential Cookies
– Purpose: Enable core site functionality (e.g., page navigation, access to secure areas).
– Examples: Session cookies that maintain your login state.
– Retention: Deleted when you close your browser (session cookies).
3.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies
– Purpose: Collect information about how visitors use our Site (pages visited, time spent, navigation paths).
– Examples: Google Analytics _ga, _gid, and _gat.
– Retention: Up to 2 years.
3.3 Functionality Cookies
– Purpose: Remember choices you make (language, region, font size) and provide enhanced features.
– Examples: Language preference, video player settings.
– Retention: Varies, up to 1 year.
3.4 Advertising & Targeting Cookies
– Purpose: Deliver relevant advertisements, limit the number of times you see ads, and measure campaign effectiveness.
– Examples: Cookies from Google AdSense, Taboola, affiliate networks.
– Retention: Up to 2 years.
4. Third-Party Cookies
We allow certain trusted third parties (e.g., Google Analytics, AdSense, Taboola) to set cookies on your device to analyze site usage, serve ads, and measure performance. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies.
5. Managing Cookies
5.1 Browser Controls
You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Options typically include:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject all cookies
- Notify you when a cookie is set
- Delete cookies when you close the browser
Consult your browser’s “Help” menu for instructions on adjusting settings (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge).
5.2 Cookie Consent Banner
On your first visit, you will see a cookie consent banner. You may:
- Accept all cookies
- Decline non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences by category
6. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you disable essential cookies, parts of the Site may not function correctly, and your user experience may be degraded. Disabling analytics or advertising cookies will limit our ability to understand Site usage and tailor advertisements to your interests.
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. The “Last updated” date at the top will indicate when the policy was last revised. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.