Effective Date: 20-09-2026
Last Updated: 20-09-2026
This Cookie Policy explains how News Decode 24 (“News Decode 24”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit or interact with [Website URL].
This Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites may place on your device when you visit a website.
They allow websites to recognise a device, remember certain preferences, understand how visitors use the website, and provide or improve certain functionality.
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies, which generally expire when you close your browser; or
- Persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a specified period or until deleted.
2. Why News Decode 24 Uses Cookies
News Decode 24 may use cookies and similar technologies for several purposes, including:
- Operating essential website functions
- Improving website performance
- Remembering user preferences
- Understanding website traffic
- Measuring readership and content engagement
- Analysing how visitors navigate the website
- Improving editorial and digital experiences
- Supporting advertising and monetisation
- Detecting security issues and preventing abuse
The specific cookies used may change as our website, technology, analytics providers, and advertising arrangements evolve.
3. Types of Cookies We May Use
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies may be required for certain parts of the website to function properly.
They can support functions such as:
- Page navigation
- Security
- Session management
- Basic website functionality
- Form functionality
Because these cookies may be necessary for website operation, they may not always be capable of being disabled through website-level settings.
B. Functional Cookies
Functional cookies may allow the website to remember certain choices or preferences.
For example, they may help remember:
- User preferences
- Interface settings
- Certain website choices
- Previously selected options
These cookies can help provide a more convenient browsing experience.
C. Analytics and Performance Cookies
We may use analytics technologies to understand how visitors use News Decode 24.
These technologies may provide information such as:
- Number of visitors
- Pages viewed
- Time spent on pages
- Traffic sources
- Device and browser information
- General geographic information
- Content engagement
- Website performance
Analytics information helps us understand what content audiences find useful and improve the website accordingly.
D. Advertising Cookies
News Decode 24 may use advertising or monetisation services.
Advertising partners may use cookies or similar technologies to:
- Display advertisements
- Measure advertising performance
- Understand advertising engagement
- Limit repeated advertisements
- Personalise advertisements where applicable
The use of advertising technologies is subject to the policies of the relevant third-party providers.
E. Social Media and Embedded Content
Our website may include content or features from third-party platforms, including:
- YouTube
- X
- Other social media or video platforms
These services may place their own cookies or similar technologies when their content is loaded or interacted with.
Their practices are governed by their respective privacy policies and terms.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be placed by third parties rather than directly by News Decode 24.
These third parties may include:
- Analytics providers
- Advertising providers
- Video platforms
- Social media platforms
- Security providers
- Website technology providers
News Decode 24 does not control all third-party cookies and their operation may change independently of this Policy.
We encourage users to review the privacy and cookie policies of relevant third-party services.
5. How Long Cookies Remain on Your Device
The duration of a cookie may vary.
Some cookies are deleted when you close your browser, while others may remain for a specified period.
The retention period depends on the purpose of the cookie and the provider that places it.
6. Managing Cookies
Most modern web browsers allow you to control or delete cookies through their settings.
Depending on your browser, you may be able to:
- Block cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Allow cookies only from certain websites
- Receive warnings before cookies are stored
- Clear cookies when closing the browser
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality or performance of parts of the News Decode 24 website.
7. Browser-Based Controls
You can generally manage cookie preferences through your browser’s privacy or security settings.
Common browsers provide controls for cookies and website data, including:
- Google Chrome
- Microsoft Edge
- Mozilla Firefox
- Apple Safari
- Opera
The exact controls and options may differ between browsers and devices.
8. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers and devices may provide “Do Not Track” or similar privacy signals.
Because there is no universally consistent technical standard for interpreting all such signals, News Decode 24 may not respond to every browser-based signal in the same manner.
Where applicable law requires recognition of a particular privacy signal, we will handle it in accordance with applicable requirements.
9. Cookies and Personal Information
Cookies may sometimes be associated with information that can identify or relate to a user or device.
Our handling of information collected through cookies is also governed by our Privacy Policy.
We encourage you to read our Privacy Policy for additional information about:
- Information collection
- Use of information
- Data sharing
- Data retention
- Security
- User choices
10. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes to our website
- Changes in technology
- New analytics or advertising services
- Changes to our business practices
- Changes in applicable legal requirements
When we make changes, we may update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how News Decode 24 uses cookies and similar technologies, you can contact us at:
News Decode 24
Email: newsdecode24.india@gmail.com
Address: Film City, Noida – 201301
Website: newsdecode24.com
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