Effective Date: 04/17/2026
Last Updated: 04/18/2026
Welcome to City News Telugu (https://citynewstelugu.com). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on our website, and your choices regarding cookie management. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, enhance user experience, and provide information to website owners.
Cookies do not contain personal information like your name, address, or payment details. Instead, they typically contain a unique identifier that allows the website to recognize your browser or device.
2. Why We Use Cookies
City News Telugu uses cookies for the following purposes:
2.1 Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the basic functionality of our website. Without them, certain features may not work properly.
- Purpose: Website security, page navigation, load balancing, and accessibility
- Examples: Session cookies that keep you logged in, cookies that remember your cookie consent preference
- Can be disabled? No (these are required for the website to function)
2.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information about traffic, page views, and user behavior.
- Purpose: To improve website performance, identify popular content, and understand how users navigate our site
- Examples: Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _gid, _gat) that track page views, bounce rates, and user sessions
- Can be disabled? Yes (see Section 7 below)
2.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences to provide enhanced, personalized features.
- Purpose: To remember your language preference, text size, region selection, or other custom settings
- Examples: Cookies that remember if you have viewed a notice or dismissed a popup
- Can be disabled? Yes (may affect some features)
2.4 Advertising / Targeting Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They also limit how many times you see an ad and help measure the effectiveness of ad campaigns.
- Purpose: To display personalized ads on our website and across other websites you visit
- Examples: Google AdSense cookies, DoubleClick (DFP) cookies, and other third-party ad network cookies
- Can be disabled? Yes (see Section 7 below)
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Temporary (until you close your browser) | These cookies expire when you close your browser and are used for navigation during your visit |
| Persistent Cookies | Permanent (set duration) | These cookies remain on your device until they expire or you delete them. Used to remember your preferences across multiple visits |
| First-Party Cookies | Varies | Set directly by City News Telugu and can only be read by our website |
| Third-Party Cookies | Varies | Set by external services (like Google Analytics, AdSense) and can be read by those third parties |
4. Specific Cookies We Use
Here is a list of specific cookies that may be placed on your device when you visit City News Telugu:
Google Analytics Cookies
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
_ga | Used to distinguish unique users | 2 years |
_gid | Used to distinguish users | 24 hours |
_gat | Used to throttle request rate | 1 minute |
_ga_<container-id> | Used to persist session state | 2 years |
Google AdSense Cookies
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
_gac | Contains campaign-related information | 90 days |
_drt_ | Used for ad serving and targeting | 2 years |
id | DoubleClick cookie for ad personalization | 2 years |
Essential / Functionality Cookies
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preference | 1 year |
session_id | Maintains your browsing session | Session |
user_preferences | Saves display or language preferences | 6 months |
Note: This list may change as we update our services. Third-party cookies are subject to the cookie policies of their respective providers.
5. Third-Party Cookies
We use services provided by third parties that may place cookies on your device. These third parties have their own cookie and privacy policies.
5.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics cookies collect anonymous information such as:
- Number of visitors to the website
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring websites and search terms
- Device type, browser, and operating system
Learn more: Google Analytics Cookie Usage
5.2 Google AdSense
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. AdSense cookies are used to:
- Serve personalized ads based on your browsing history
- Limit the number of times you see a particular ad
- Measure ad performance and effectiveness
Learn more: Google AdSense Cookie Policy
5.3 Social Media Cookies
Our website may include social media features (share buttons for Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, etc.). These features may set cookies to track your interaction with them.
- Facebook: Facebook Cookie Policy
- Twitter (X): Twitter Cookie Policy
- WhatsApp: WhatsApp Privacy Policy
6. How Long Do Cookies Last?
The duration of cookies varies:
- Session Cookies: Last only during your current browsing session and are deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (from a few hours to several years) or until you manually delete them
- Third-Party Cookies: Duration determined by the third-party provider (typically 30 days to 2 years)
7. Your Cookie Choices & Control
You have the right to accept, reject, or delete cookies. Below are the ways you can control cookies on our website and across the internet.
7.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies (may affect website functionality)
- Delete existing cookies from your device
- Set browser to notify you when a cookie is being placed
- Block third-party cookies only (recommended)
Instructions for popular browsers:
| Browser | How to Manage Cookies |
|---|---|
| Google Chrome | Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data |
| Mozilla Firefox | Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data |
| Safari | Preferences → Privacy → Block all cookies |
| Microsoft Edge | Settings → Site permissions → Cookies and site data |
| Opera | Settings → Privacy & security → Cookies |
7.2 Google Analytics Opt-Out
You can prevent Google Analytics from collecting your data by installing the official browser add-on:
👉 Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
7.3 Google AdSense / Personalized Ads Opt-Out
You can control how Google personalizes ads by visiting:
You can also opt out of interest-based advertising from multiple networks through:
👉 Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Opt-Out
👉 Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) Opt-Out
7.4 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit City News Telugu, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies (recommended for full functionality)
- Reject non-essential cookies (essential cookies will still function)
- Customize your preferences (choose which cookie categories to enable)
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in our website footer.
8. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable or reject cookies, please be aware that:
- Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for basic website functionality
- Disabling performance cookies means we cannot analyze website traffic or improve user experience
- Disabling functionality cookies may cause some features (like saved preferences) to stop working
- Disabling advertising cookies does not mean you will see fewer ads; it means ads will be less relevant to you (non-personalized)
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our business practices. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page indicates when the latest changes were made.
In the event of significant changes, we will notify you through:
- A prominent notice on our website
- An updated cookie consent banner
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding our Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us:
| Purpose | Contact Details |
|---|---|
| contact@citynewstelugu.com | |
| General Inquiries | info@citynewstelugu.com |
| Head Office | Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh |
| Branch Office | Guntur, Bapatla, Eluru, Hyderabad |
11. More Information
For more information about cookies and how they work, you can visit these external resources:
12. Consent
By continuing to use City News Telugu without changing your browser settings or by clicking “Accept” on our cookie consent banner, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy.
If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should:
- Adjust your browser settings to reject cookies (see Section 7), or
- Stop using our website
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