This Cookie Policy outlines the practices of The Dunedin Voice & Quill (dvq.co.nz) regarding the collection of information through cookies and similar technologies.
We use these technologies to ensure our website functions correctly, to understand how visitors engage with our content, and to support the advertising that helps fund our independent journalism.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website.
They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the site's owners.
These files typically contain an identifier, the name of the website, and some numbers and letters.
Cookies can be temporary (session cookies) and disappear when you close your browser, or permanent (persistent cookies) and remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
These cookies are fundamental for the operation of our website. They enable core functionalities such as page navigation and access to secure areas.
The website cannot function properly without these cookies. They are typically set in response to actions made by you, such as logging in or filling out forms.
Essential cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.
We utilise Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google Ireland Limited ("Google"), to gather information about how visitors use our site.
These cookies help us understand which pages are most popular, how long visitors spend on our site, and how they arrive at our content.
The data collected is aggregated and largely anonymous, providing insights into website traffic patterns and user behaviour.
This information assists us in improving the structure and content of dvq.co.nz.
You can learn more about Google Analytics' data practices and opt-out of these cookies by visiting https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
The Dunedin Voice & Quill uses Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. AdSense uses cookies to serve relevant ads based on your visits to this and other websites.
These cookies track your browsing activities to understand your interests and then show ads that are more likely to be of interest to you.
This process, known as interest-based advertising, helps to fund the journalistic work of our editorial team.
Advertising cookies may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads on dvq.co.nz.
You have the ability to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser setting to decline cookies if you prefer.
Please note that if you choose to disable cookies, some parts of dvq.co.nz may not function correctly or may limit your user experience.
Detailed instructions for managing cookies can usually be found in your browser's "Help" or "Settings" menu.
You can also control certain types of advertising cookies through industry opt-out pages:
When you first visit dvq.co.nz, a banner or pop-up message will appear, informing you about our use of cookies and requesting your consent.
By continuing to browse our website after seeing this notice, or by clicking "Accept" or a similar confirmation button, you are consenting to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
You can change your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings.
The duration for which cookies remain on your device varies depending on their type. Session cookies are temporary and are deleted once you close your browser.
Persistent cookies can remain for a specified period, ranging from a few hours to several years, unless you delete them manually.
The expiry of advertising cookies, such as those used by Google AdSense, is determined by the advertising provider, typically within a two-year timeframe.
The Dunedin Voice & Quill adheres to relevant New Zealand legislation regarding privacy and electronic communications, including the Privacy Act 2020 and the Unsolicited Electronic Messages Act 2007.
While these acts primarily govern the collection and handling of personal information and the sending of commercial electronic messages, our use of cookies is conducted with transparency and respect for user privacy.
We aim to ensure that our data practices align with the principles of data protection outlined in these legislative frameworks.
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.
Any revisions will be posted on this page, and the "Last Updated" date will be revised accordingly.
We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies.
If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or our practices regarding cookies, please contact us.
You can reach our privacy team at privacy@dvq.co.nz.
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