Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how AI News Home uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and provide a better user experience. We also use similar technologies like localStorage for storing preferences locally on your device.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They include:
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session | Authentication for editors | 7 days |
| csrf_token | Security token to prevent cross-site attacks | 1 day |
| cookie-consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
| theme | Remembers dark/light mode preference for faster page loads | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies help us improve our services by collecting anonymous usage data. Analytics cookies are only activated after you give consent.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state | 2 years |
We use Google Consent Mode v2, which means analytics data is only collected after you consent. You can opt out at any time using the cookie settings below. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.
Embedded Content Cookies
Our articles may include embedded content from third-party platforms. When you interact with this content, these platforms may set their own cookies:
- •Twitter/X — Embedded tweets and posts
- •YouTube — Embedded video content
- •Instagram — Embedded posts and reels
- •TikTok — Embedded video content
- •Facebook — Embedded posts and videos
- •Reddit — Embedded posts
These third-party cookies are subject to the respective platform's privacy policies. If you choose not to allow embedded content cookies, these embeds will not load and you will see a placeholder instead.
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use localStorage (browser storage) to remember certain preferences:
- •Your theme preference (light/dark mode)
- •Article reactions you've submitted
- •Story update subscriptions
- •Cookie consent preferences
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the button below:
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or delete existing cookies. However, please note that blocking essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. When we make significant changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and may ask for your consent again if required.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at editorial@ainewshome.com.