Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 1, 2024
Introduction to Cookies
Cookies are small pieces of data that a website asks your browser to store on your device in order to remember certain information about you, either for the duration of your visit (session cookies) or for repeat visits (persistent cookies). They are widely used to make websites function more efficiently, as well as to provide information to site owners and to tailor content and advertisements to your interests.
Types of Cookies We Use
This website, “Troy Michigan News,” uses various types of cookies to enhance your user experience and to perform essential functions. The types of cookies used are:
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Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the operation of our website. They enable you to navigate the site and use its services and features, such as accessing secure areas. Without these cookies, services you have asked for cannot be provided.
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Performance Cookies: These collect information about how visitors use a website, for instance which pages visitors go to most often, and if they get error messages from web pages. These cookies do not collect information that identifies a visitor; all information collected is aggregated and therefore anonymous. The information is only used to improve how the website works.
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Functionality Cookies: These allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your user name, language, or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personal features. These cookies can also be used to remember changes you have made to the website, although they may not function for new or first-time visitors.
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Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These are used to deliver content that is more relevant to you and your interests. They may be used to deliver advertisements tailored to your interests, both within and beyond this site.
Managing and Deleting Cookies
You have the right to accept or reject cookies in accordance with your preference. You can exercise your cookie preferences by clicking on the appropriate option provided on the website. You can also disable cookies through your browser settings. To do this, follow the instructions provided by your browser (usually located within the “Help,” “Tools,” or “Edit” menus). Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of this and many other websites.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website uses third-party services, such as Google Analytics, to collect standard Internet log information and details of visitor behavior patterns. This is to find out things such as the number of visitors to various parts of the site. The information collected is in these cases anonymized and used solely for the purpose of improving the user experience on our website.
Consent and Control
By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to the terms of this Cookie Policy, please discontinue use of our site or opt-out as outlined above under “Managing and Deleting Cookies.” You can change your cookie preferences at any time by returning to the website’s preference center.
Contact Information
Should you have any questions regarding our Cookie Policy, please contact our data protection officer at:
This policy is in line with GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, CCPA, and UK GDPR. We reserve the right to make changes to this policy at any time, as necessary and compliant with laws and regulations.
Please ensure that this policy is reviewed and updated regularly to maintain compliance and reflect any changes in the law or how we use cookies on our website.