Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 9 May 2025
Applies to: All users of ESL News Stories (https://eslnewsstories.com)
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.
Opt out of personalized advertising at YourAdChoices or the Network Advertising Initiative. Note: Blocking or deleting essential cookies (cookieConsent) will cause the banner to appear on every visit.
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
- Essential functionality: Remember whether you’ve accepted our cookie banner so we don’t show it on every page.
- Analytics: Measure how people use the site (page-views, bounce rate) so we can improve it.
- Advertising: Deliver and measure ads (via Google AdSense).
Types of Cookies We Set
| Category | Cookie Name(s) | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | cookieConsent |
ESL News Stories | Remembers your Accept/Decline choice on the banner | 1 year |
| 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
Banner controls- Accept: allows analytics & advertising cookies.
- Decline: blocks all non-essential cookies.
- 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
Opt out of personalized advertising at YourAdChoices or the Network Advertising Initiative. Note: Blocking or deleting essential cookies (cookieConsent) will cause the banner to appear on every visit.
Legal basis (EU GDPR)
- Essential cookies: our legitimate interest in giving you a functional experience.
- Analytics & advertising cookies: only set with your explicit consent. You can revoke consent at any time by deleting the 'cookieConsent' cookie or clicking “Decline” in the banner.
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.Contact
If you require any more information or have any questions, please get in touch.
You can contact us at [email protected]