Cookie Policy
Understanding how we use cookies and similar technologies
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies allow websites to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Keep you signed in
- Improve site performance
- Understand how you use the site
- Show you relevant content and advertisements
2. How We Use Cookies
The Voice - FOR GOEM uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website, analyze site traffic, and understand where our visitors are coming from. We use both first-party cookies (set by us) and third-party cookies (set by our partners).
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt-out of these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Maintains user session state | Session |
| csrf_token | Security protection against CSRF attacks | Session |
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
3.2 Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us improve how our website works.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - throttles request rate | 1 minute |
3.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable personalized features and remember your preferences (e.g., language, region, font size) to provide an enhanced experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| remember_token | Keeps you logged in between sessions | 30 days |
| user_preferences | Stores your display and reading preferences | 1 year |
3.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook - tracks visits across websites | 3 months |
| IDE | Google - advertising and remarketing | 1 year |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We use services from third-party companies that may set their own cookies. These companies include:
4.1 Analytics Providers
- Google Analytics: Helps us understand how visitors use our site
4.2 Advertising Partners
- Google AdSense: Displays relevant advertisements
- Facebook Pixel: Tracks conversions and builds targeted audiences
4.3 Social Media Platforms
- Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: Enable social sharing features
4.4 Video Providers
- YouTube, Vimeo: Enable video playback on our site
5. How Long Do Cookies Last?
Cookies can be classified by their duration:
- Session Cookies: These are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period specified in the cookie or until you delete them
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
6.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete cookies
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Clear all cookies when you close the browser
Please Note: Blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website. Some features may not function properly without cookies.
6.2 Browser-Specific Instructions
For detailed instructions on managing cookies in specific browsers:
6.3 Opt-Out Tools
You can also opt-out of certain cookies through these tools:
7. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. We do not currently respond to DNT signals.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our operations, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please check this page periodically for updates.