Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 1, 2024
Introduction to Cookies
Cookies are small pieces of data that a website sends to a user’s computer or device while they are viewing the website. These files do not damage your device and cannot run programs or deliver viruses to your device. They serve various purposes, including remembering you when you return to our site, tailoring the experience to your needs, and helping us understand how users interact with our site so we can improve it.
Types of Cookies We Use
On Ohio-News (https://ohio-news.scoopsniper.com), we use different categories of cookies:
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Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the website to function and deliver you a secure, seamless experience. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Since these cookies are vital to the operation of our website, they cannot be disabled.
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Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, for instance, which pages visitors go to most often and if they receive error messages from web pages. These cookies do not collect information that identifies a visitor. The data collected by these cookies is aggregated and anonymous and is used to improve the functionality of our website.
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Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your user name, language, or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personalized features. These cookies can be enabled or disabled by you.
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Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver content that is more relevant to you and your interests. They may be used to deliver advertising tailored to your interests, both on and off our website. These cookies can track your browsing habits, so we can show you the most relevant ads when visiting our site or others. You can enable or disable these cookies depending on your preference for receiving personalized ads.
Managing or Deleting Cookies
If you wish to manage, delete or disable some or all cookies, you can do so by adjusting your browser settings. Each browser has its own method for managing cookies and clearing them. Please refer to your browser’s help section or user guide to determine how to modify your cookie preferences. Alternatively, you can use third-party tools such as optout.aboutads.info or youronlinechoices.com to manage the advertising cookies placed on your device.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website uses third-party service providers to collect data through cookies for purposes such as website analytics, ad delivery, and reporting. These third-party cookies are subject to their own privacy policies, which may differ from ours. We do not have control over these third parties, so please visit their websites for more information about their cookies and how they manage your data.
Consent and Control
By using Ohio-News (https://ohio-news.scoopsniper.com), you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by adjusting your settings on our website’s privacy dashboard or by contacting us at:
Contact Information:
For any queries regarding our Cookie Policy, please reach out to our Data Protection Officer at:
[email protected]
Compliance with Regulations
Ohio-News is committed to compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the ePrivacy Directive, and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). We strive to provide transparent information about our use of cookies and ensure that users’ personal data is processed lawfully, fairly, and in a manner that is transparent to you.
Please review this Cookie Policy frequently as it may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal or regulatory reasons.
GDPR and CCPA Compliance
Under the GDPR and CCPA, you have certain rights regarding your personal data. If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address provided above. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by the applicable law.
Last Updated: January 1, 2024