Cookie Policy
Last updated: May 11, 2026
This Cookie Policy describes the cookies and similar technologies used on Headlines Orbit (www.headlinesorbit.com) and the choices available to you. It should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser. They allow websites to remember your actions and preferences over time. Similar technologies include local storage, pixels, and tags. We refer to all of these collectively as "cookies" in this policy.
Categories of Cookies We Use
1. Strictly Necessary
Required to operate the site, sign-in, and form submission. They do not require consent.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| session | Headlines Orbit | Session continuity for signed-in users and CSRF protection | Session |
| fc_* | Google Funding Choices | Stores your consent preferences for advertising and analytics | 13 months |
2. Analytics
Help us understand how visitors use the site in aggregate. You can refuse these via our consent banner where shown.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics 4 | Distinguishes unique visitors | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 | Maintains session state for GA4 property | 2 years |
3. Advertising
Used by Google AdSense and its advertising partners to deliver, measure, and personalize ads. You can refuse these via our consent banner (shown in the EU/UK/EEA) or via Google Ad Settings.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| __gads, __gpi | Google AdSense | Frequency capping, ad performance measurement, fraud detection | Up to 13 months |
| IDE, DSID, NID | Google / DoubleClick | Ad personalization and measurement | Up to 24 months |
| id, _gads_id | Google ad partners | Cross-site interest-based advertising (when consented) | Up to 24 months |
Advertising cookies may be set by Google and by additional advertising partners who work with Google. A current list of Google's certified ad-tech vendors is available at Google Ad Manager partners.
4. Functional
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| ho_points_* | Headlines Orbit | HOpoints loyalty balance display for signed-in users | 30 days |
Consent in the EU, UK, EEA, and Switzerland
Visitors from these regions are shown a consent message powered by Google's Funding Choices the first time they visit. The choices are:
- Consent — analytics and personalized advertising cookies are enabled.
- Do not consent — non-essential cookies are not set; ads (if shown) are non-personalized.
- Manage options — granular control over each purpose and partner.
You can change your selection at any time using the "Privacy options" link shown when the consent module is loaded. Our use of Google's CMP is certified under the IAB Transparency & Consent Framework (TCF v2.2).
Managing Cookies in Your Browser
Most browsers let you view, delete, and block cookies. Blocking strictly necessary cookies may prevent core features such as sign-in. Quick references:
Changes
We will update this policy when our cookie usage changes. The revision date at the top of the page reflects the most recent update.
Contact
Questions about cookies can be sent to info@headlinesorbit.com.
Last updated: May 11, 2026