Cookies Policy

VOR News Cookies Policy

Last Updated: July 11, 2025

Introduction

VOR News (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website, www.vornews.com (the “Site”). This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use. By using our Site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide us with information to improve our services. Cookies may be session cookies (temporary and deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (stored on your device for a set period).

We also use similar technologies, such as pixels, web beacons, and local storage, which serve similar purposes and are included in the term “cookies” for this policy.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Site to function properly. They enable core features such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and ensuring the Site operates as intended. Without these cookies, some services may not work correctly.

  • Examples: Authentication cookies, session management cookies.
  • Duration: Mostly session-based, expiring when you close your browser.

2. Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how you use our Site, such as which pages you visit, how long you stay, and any errors you encounter. This data helps us analyse and improve the Site’s performance and user experience.

  • Examples: Google Analytics cookies to track page views and user behaviour.
  • Duration: Varies, typically persistent for up to 2 years.

3. Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the Site to remember your preferences, such as language settings or personalised content, to provide a more tailored experience.

  • Examples: Cookies remembering your region or display preferences.
  • Duration: Persistent, typically lasting up to 1 year.

4. Advertising and Tracking Cookies

These cookies help us and our advertising partners deliver relevant ads based on your interests. They track your browsing habits across our Site and other websites to build a profile for personalised advertising.

  • Examples: Third-party cookies from ad networks like Google Ads or social media platforms.
  • Duration: Varies, often persistent for up to 2 years.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services we use, such as analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) or advertising networks. These third parties may use cookies to collect data about your activity on our Site and other websites you visit. We do not control these third-party cookies, and their use is governed by the respective third parties’ privacy policies.

Your Choices Regarding Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings or by using the options below:

1. Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. You can usually find these settings in the “Privacy” or “Security” section of your browser. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect the Site’s functionality.

2. Opt-Out of Advertising Cookies

You can opt out of personalised advertising through the following services:

3. Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our Site, you may see a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or customise your cookie preferences. You can revisit these settings at any time via the cookie settings link in the Site’s footer.

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature. Our Site does not currently respond to DNT signals, as there is no standardised protocol for handling