Cookie Policy

1. Introduction to Cookies

This Cookie Policy explains how 1stNews uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.

2. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used by website owners to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, 1stNews) are called "first-party cookies". Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies".

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as:

• Setting your privacy preferences
• Logging in
• Filling in forms

Analytics Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site.

Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

Marketing Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites.

4. Cookie Management

You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies, or to alert you when websites set or access cookies. If you disable or refuse cookies, please note that some parts of this website may become inaccessible or not function properly.

5. Your Choices

When you first visit our website, we will ask for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can choose to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject all non-essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We encourage you to periodically review this page for the latest information on our cookie practices.