Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 15, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how GlobeNews uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your reading experience on our platform.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They help us keep you logged in, save your layout settings, and analyze site performance.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies. They are grouped into the following categories under South African POPIA regulations:
| Category | Purpose | Consent Mode Signal | Default Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Enables secure sessions, core site functions, and subscription paywall tracking. | security_storage | Granted (Always Active) |
| Functional | Saves local settings, text sizes, and reading modes. | functionality_storage | Granted |
| Analytics | Measures total traffic, reading times, and page click pathways. | analytics_storage | Denied (Opt-in required) |
| Advertising | Displays personalized promotional offers suited to your search history. | ad_storage | Denied (Opt-in required) |
3. Managing Your Choices
You can adjust, grant, or revoke your consent settings at any time on this platform. Click the "Cookie Settings" button in our website footer to open the cookie configuration panel and update your preferences.
4. Third-Party Tracking Controls
Some analytical services, such as Google Analytics, may set their own tracking systems on your device when you browse our reports. We do not control these third-party trackers. You can read more about how Google handles cookie configurations in Google's corporate privacy framework.