Cookie Policy
Learn how MyNewsWave uses cookies and tracking technologies to enhance your experience
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MyNewsWave ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to provide, improve, and personalize your experience on our website and AI-powered news aggregation platform.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. For more information about our overall privacy practices, please see our Privacy Policy.
By using MyNewsWave, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree, you can adjust your browser settings or discontinue use of our services.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your preferences or actions.
Types of Cookies by Duration
Session Cookies
Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They help maintain your session as you navigate our site.
Persistent Cookies
Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They remember your preferences for future visits.
Types of Cookies by Origin
First-Party Cookies
Set directly by MyNewsWave to enable core features and remember your preferences.
Third-Party Cookies
Set by external services we use, such as analytics providers, advertising networks, and social media platforms.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several purposes to enhance your experience on MyNewsWave:
2.1 Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. Without them, certain features won't work.
- Authentication: Keep you logged into your account
- Security: Protect against fraud and ensure secure browsing
- Navigation: Remember your place as you move through our site
- Load Balancing: Distribute traffic evenly across our servers
2.2 Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced features and personalization:
- Preferences: Remember your settings like language, font size, and layout
- NewsFlash Digest: Store your topic preferences and reading history
- LocalPulse: Remember your location for local news and weather
- Customization: Save your preferred news categories and sources
2.3 Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors use our site and improve our services:
- Usage Patterns: Track which features are most popular
- Performance Monitoring: Identify and fix technical issues
- AI Improvement: Enhance our ArticleScope, TruthLens, and other AI features
- User Behavior: Understand how readers interact with content
Analytics Providers: Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics
2.4 Advertising Cookies
These cookies help us deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness:
- Interest-Based Ads: Show you ads based on your interests and browsing behavior
- Frequency Capping: Limit how many times you see the same ad
- Ad Performance: Measure which ads are most effective
- Retargeting: Show relevant ads when you visit other websites
Advertising Partners: Google AdSense, Media.net, and other ad networks
2.5 Social Media Cookies
When you share content or interact with social media features, these platforms may set cookies:
- Sharing: Enable you to share articles on Facebook, Twitter, etc.
- Social Login: Allow you to log in using your social media accounts
- Embedded Content: Display social media feeds or videos
3. Specific Cookies We Use
Here's a breakdown of the main cookies used on MyNewsWave:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| mnw_session | Maintains your session state | Session | Essential |
| mnw_auth | Keeps you logged in | 30 days | Essential |
| mnw_preferences | Stores your settings and preferences | 1 year | Functionality |
| mnw_location | Remembers location for LocalPulse | 90 days | Functionality |
| _ga | Google Analytics user tracking | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics session tracking | 24 hours | Analytics |
| ads_preferences | Stores ad personalization settings | 1 year | Advertising |
Note: This is not an exhaustive list. Third-party services may set additional cookies.
4. How to Manage Cookies
You have several options to control and manage cookies:
4.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Accept cookies only from specific websites
- Delete cookies after each browsing session
- View and delete individual cookies
Common Browser Cookie Settings:
4.2 Opt-Out Tools
- Google Analytics: Browser Add-on
- Advertising: NAI Opt-Out or DAA Opt-Out
- Do Not Track: Enable in your browser settings (note: not all sites honor this)
4.3 Mobile Devices
On mobile devices, you can limit ad tracking:
- iOS: Settings → Privacy → Tracking → Disable "Allow Apps to Request to Track"
- Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization
Important: Disabling certain cookies may impact your experience on MyNewsWave. Features like NewsFlash Digest, personalized recommendations, and saved preferences may not work properly.
5. Third-Party Services
We work with trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies when you use MyNewsWave:
5.1 Analytics Services
- Google Analytics: Privacy Policy
- Adobe Analytics: Privacy Policy
5.2 Advertising Networks
- Google AdSense: Ad Policy
- Media.net: Privacy Policy
5.3 AI Services
- Anthropic (Claude): Powers our AI features - Privacy Policy
5.4 Social Media
- Facebook: Privacy Policy
- Twitter: Privacy Policy
These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We are not responsible for their cookies or privacy practices.
6. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes:
- We'll update the "Last Updated" date at the top
- We'll notify you via email or a prominent notice on our website
- We'll obtain your consent again if required by law
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Cookie Preference Center
Manage your cookie preferences and learn more about how we use cookies to enhance your MyNewsWave experience.
7. Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Email: mynewswave@gmail.com
- Contact Form: https://mynewswave.com/contact-us
For general privacy inquiries, please see our Privacy Policy.