This Cookie Policy explains how Karnataka Times (“we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website https://karnatakatimes.com.

By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, mobile, tablet) when you visit a website.
They help websites remember your actions and preferences over time.

Cookies allow us to:

Improve your browsing experience
Analyze website traffic
Display relevant advertisements
Save user settings and preferences

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on Karnataka Times:

a) Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly.
They enable:

Security features
Basic page navigation
Server performance

Without these cookies, certain features may not work correctly.

b) Analytical / Performance Cookies

We use tools like Google Analytics to understand:

How users interact with our site
Which pages are visited
How long users stay
User behavior patterns

These cookies help us improve website quality and user experience.

c) Advertising / Marketing Cookies

We use third-party ad networks such as Google AdSense, which may set cookies to:

Display personalized ads
Limit repeated ad exposure
Measure ad effectiveness

These cookies track browsing behavior across websites.

d) Functionality Cookies

These cookies help remember:

User preferences
Language settings
Saved choices on the site

This enhances your personalized experience.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Our website may include cookies placed by third-party services such as:

Google AdSense
Google Analytics
Social media embeds
Advertising networks

These third parties may use cookies to:

Track online behavior
Deliver personalized ads
Measure engagement

We do not control these cookies.
Users are advised to review the privacy policies of these third-party services.

4. How You Can Control Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Users may:

Block all cookies
Allow only selected cookies
Delete existing cookies
Choose not to receive personalized ads

Please note:
If you disable certain cookies, some features of Karnataka Times may not function correctly.

To opt-out of personalized Google ads, visit:
👉 https://www.google.com/settings/ads

5. Data Usage & Privacy

Cookies may collect non-personal data such as:

Device type
Browser type
IP address
Browsing behavior

We do not collect or store personal information without user consent.
For more details on how we handle user data, refer to our Privacy Policy.

6. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:

Legal changes
Technology updates
Website improvements

All updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us:

📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone: +91 99721 49555
📍 Karnataka Times, Ground Floor, Opp. Bhawani Mandir,
6th Cross, Siddaramaiah Layout, Bidar – 585403, Karnataka