Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 9 May 2025
Applies to: All users of ESL News Stories (https://eslnewsstories.com)

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences and give you a better experience.

Why We Use Cookies

  • Analytics: Measure how people use the site (page-views, bounce rate) so we can improve it.
  • Advertising: Deliver and measure ads (via Google AdSense).
GDPR Compliance: We use Google AdSense Auto Ads with built-in consent management. EU users see a consent dialog before any tracking cookies are set.

Types of Cookies We Set

Category Cookie Name(s) Provider Purpose Expiry
Analytics _ga Google Analytics Distinguishes unique users 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Distinguishes unique users 24 hours
_gat, _gat_gtag* Google Analytics Throttles request rate 1 minute
_gac_property-id Google Analytics Stores campaign attribution data 90 days
Advertising __gads Google AdSense Measures ad delivery and performance 90 days
SID, HSID,
APISID, SAPISID
Google (DoubleClick) Delivers personalized ads 2 years

We may update this table if we add/remove cookies—check the “Last updated” date above. The full list of commonly used ad providers is available via this page.

How to manage or delete cookies

AdSense Consent Dialog
  • EU users see Google's consent dialog automatically
  • Provides granular choices (essential, analytics, advertising)
  • Allows consent withdrawal and preference updates
Browser settings You can also delete or block cookies in your browser:
  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari (macOS): Safari → Settings → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings → Site permissions → Cookies and site data
Third-party opt-out
Opt out of personalized advertising at YourAdChoices or the Network Advertising Initiative.

Legal basis (EU GDPR)

  • Essential cookies: Legitimate interest in providing functional website experience.
  • Analytics & advertising cookies: Only set with your explicit consent through Google AdSense's consent management system. You can withdraw consent or update preferences through the Google consent interface.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes on the site or in the law. The “Last Updated” date will tell you when.

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