This Cookies Policy explains how urbanlifestylemag.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website (the “Website”). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They help the site function properly, improve user experience, and provide analytical information to the website owner.
Cookies can be:
- Session Cookies – Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies – Stay on your device until deleted or expired.
- First-Party Cookies – Set by the website you’re visiting.
- Third-Party Cookies – Set by external services, such as analytics or advertisers.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure the Website functions efficiently and securely.
- Understand how visitors use our content and improve user experience.
- Personalize and enhance your browsing experience.
- Display relevant advertisements and measure their performance.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
a. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly. Without them, certain features and services may not work.
b. Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies help us analyze how visitors use the Website — which pages are most viewed, how long users stay, and which links are clicked. This data helps us improve our content and usability.
c. Functionality Cookies
These remember your preferences (such as language or region) to enhance your personalized experience.
d. Advertising Cookies
We may use advertising cookies to deliver relevant ads based on your interests and browsing habits. These cookies may come from third-party advertisers or networks.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our Website may be set by third parties, such as:
- Google Analytics – for tracking website performance and visitor behavior.
- Google AdSense or other ad networks – for delivering targeted advertisements.
- Social Media Platforms – for sharing content and engagement tracking.
We have no control over third-party cookies. Please refer to their respective policies for more information.
5. Managing Cookies
Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to block or delete them.
You can:
- Delete existing cookies from your browser.
- Set your browser to refuse or alert you before storing cookies.
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality and performance of the Website.
You can also manage advertising cookies through platforms like:
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, technical, or operational reasons. The “Last Updated” date at the top indicates the latest revision