Cookie Policy — What LeadNews24 Collects, Why, and How to Control It
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They serve a range of functions — from keeping you logged in, to helping website operators understand how their site is used. Cookies themselves are not inherently harmful, but their use warrants transparency.
Given that LeadNews24 covers surveillance, privacy, and digital rights, we treat our own data collection practices with the same scrutiny we apply to institutions we report on.
What Cookies LeadNews24 Uses
Essential Cookies. These are required for the website to function. They enable navigation, load content correctly, and maintain basic security settings. They cannot be disabled without affecting site functionality. No personal data is transmitted to third parties through these cookies.
Performance and Analytics Cookies. LeadNews24 may use privacy-respecting analytics tools to understand how readers engage with our content — which articles are read, where traffic originates, and how long pages are viewed. We favour analytics platforms that do not build individual user profiles or share data with advertising networks.
Preference Cookies. If LeadNews24 offers display options such as dark mode, font size, or language settings, these preferences may be saved via cookies to improve your experience on return visits.
Third-Party Cookies. Some embedded content — such as videos, social media share tools, or external document viewers — may place their own cookies. LeadNews24 does not control the cookie behaviour of third-party services. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party platforms whose content appears on our site.
What We Do Not Use Cookies For
LeadNews24 does not use cookies to build advertising profiles, track your behaviour across other websites, or sell your browsing data. We do not use cookies to identify individual visitors beyond the technical requirements of site functionality.
How to Manage Your Cookies
You can control cookie settings through your browser. Most modern browsers allow you to block cookies entirely, accept only certain types, or delete cookies after each session. Instructions vary by browser — consult your browser's help documentation for specific guidance.
You may also use browser extensions that block tracking scripts and third-party cookies across all websites you visit. LeadNews24 supports your right to use these tools without any degradation to your access to our journalism.
Cookie Retention
Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period, after which they expire automatically. The retention period depends on the function of the cookie — preference cookies may persist for up to 12 months.
Changes to This Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated when our technical infrastructure changes. The date of the most recent update is displayed at the bottom of this page. Significant changes will be noted in our site notices.
If you have questions about our data practices, contact us at [email protected].
Last updated: 22/02/2026
