Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide personalized experiences. Similar technologies, such as web beacons or pixel tags, serve comparable purposes, such as tracking user interactions.

We use cookies to:

• Enable core website functionality (e.g., user login for registered users).
• Deliver personalized ads via Google AdSense.
• Analyze site performance and user behavior (e.g., via Google Analytics, if implemented).

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We categorize cookies based on their purpose and duration. The table below outlines the types of cookies used on Ongoing Now 24:

Note: We do not use performance or functionality cookies unless tied to essential functions or third-party services. AI content generation (Grok, ChatGPT, Gemini) does not involve cookies.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Our website uses third-party cookies, primarily from Google AdSense and potential analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics). These cookies may collect:

• IP address
• Device information (e.g., browser type, operating system)
• Browsing activity (e.g., pages visited, links clicked)

Google AdSense uses cookies to serve relevant ads and track ad performance. For details, see Google’s Cookie Policy and Privacy Policy. If Google Analytics is used, it collects anonymized data to analyze site traffic. We do not control third-party cookies but ensure they comply with applicable laws.

4. How We Use Cookies

We and our third-party partners use cookies to:

• Essential Functions: Enable user logins and maintain sessions for registered users.
• Personalized Ads: Deliver targeted advertisements via Google AdSense, improving ad relevance.
• Analytics: Understand site usage (e.g., page views, time spent) to improve content and performance.

We do not use cookies to collect personal data unless you register. AI-generated content (90% of our site) does not involve cookie usage.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control how cookies are used on Ongoing Now 24 through the following methods:

• Cookie Consent Banner: Upon visiting our site, you may see a cookie consent banner (if implemented) allowing you to accept, reject, or customize non-essential cookies (e.g., AdSense’s advertising cookies). You can revisit your preferences via the banner’s settings.
• Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. For example:
  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data.
  • Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data.

  Note that blocking essential cookies may affect site functionality (e.g., login for registered users).

• Google Ad Settings: Visit Google’s Ad Settings to disable personalized ads, preventing AdSense from using cookies for targeted advertising.
• Do Not Track (DNT): Enable DNT in your browser to signal that you do not want to be tracked for advertising purposes.
• Global Privacy Control (GPC): Use a GPC-enabled browser or extension to automatically opt out of cookie-based tracking. We honor GPC signals.

For California residents, you can opt out of the “sale” or sharing of personal information (e.g., via AdSense cookies) by visiting our Do Not Sell My Personal Information page.

6. Your Rights Under Data Protection Laws

Depending on your location, you have rights regarding cookies and personal data collected through them:

• GDPR (EU): You have the right to consent to or reject non-essential cookies (e.g., advertising, analytics). Withdraw consent via our cookie banner or browser settings. Contact us to exercise other rights (e.g., access, deletion).
• CCPA/CPRA (California, USA): Opt out of cookie-based data sharing via our Do Not Sell My Personal Information page or Google Ad Settings.
• Other Regions (e.g., PIPEDA Canada, LGPD Brazil, PDPA Singapore): You may have rights to access, correct, or restrict cookie usage. Contact us for details.

See our Privacy Policy for a full list of your rights and how to exercise them.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect data collected via cookies, such as secure servers and encryption. However, no online system is fully secure. If a data breach occurs, we will notify affected users and authorities as required by law (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).

8. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted at https://ongoingnow24.com/cookie-policy with the “Last Updated” date. Significant changes will be communicated via our website or email to registered users.

9. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about our use of cookies, contact us at:

• Email: info@ongoingnow24.com
• Address: Ongoing Now 24, 350 5th Ave suite 1121, New York, NY 10118, United States

We will respond promptly, within timeframes required by applicable laws (e.g., 30 days for GDPR, 45 days for CCPA).