Last Updated: November 27, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how AndroidAuthority.com (“Android Authority,” “we,” “us,” “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website (the “Service”).
For details about how we process personal data, please review our Privacy Policy.
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1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files stored on your device by your web browser. They help websites function, improve user experience, measure performance, and support advertising and affiliate programs.
Cookies may be:
• First-party cookies — set by Android Authority
• Third-party cookies — set by analytics, advertisers, or partners
• Session cookies — deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies — remain until they expire or are manually deleted
We may also use similar technologies such as:
• Web beacons
• Tracking pixels
• SDKs
• Local storage
• Tags
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2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to operate.
They enable:
• Basic page functionality
• Security features
• Fraud prevention
• Privacy preferences
• Core navigation
These cookies cannot be disabled.
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2.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use the site.
Used for:
• Measuring traffic
• Understanding page performance
• Identifying usability issues
• Improving content and layout
Providers may include:
• Google Analytics / GA4
• Internal performance tools
Disabling these cookies may impact site performance insights.
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2.3 Advertising and Marketing Cookies
These cookies help deliver advertising and track performance.
They may be used to:
• Show relevant ads
• Limit how often ads are shown
• Measure ad effectiveness
• Support personalization where legally allowed
• Attribute conversions and purchases
These cookies may be placed by:
• Google Ads / AdSense
• Programmatic advertising partners
• Demand-side platforms
• Retargeting partners
• Social media ad platforms
You may manage preferences using the methods in Section 4.
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2.4 Affiliate Tracking Cookies
Android Authority participates in affiliate programs.
When you click a purchase link:
• A cookie may track referral activity
• Retailers may attribute purchases to us
• Commissions may be generated at no extra cost to you
Common affiliate networks include:
• Amazon Associates
• Impact
• CJ
• Awin
• Skimlinks
Affiliate cookies do not impact your price or shopping experience.
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2.5 Functionality Cookies
These cookies enhance user experience by remembering:
• Language settings
• Video player preferences
• Layout or region choices
• Display preferences
These cookies improve usability but are optional.
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3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third parties that provide:
• Analytics services
• Advertising services
• Embedded content (e.g., YouTube videos)
• Social media sharing tools
• Affiliate tracking
These third parties may collect data according to their own privacy policies.
Android Authority does not control these cookies directly.
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4. How to Manage Cookies
You have several options to control cookies.
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4.1 Cookie Banner (EU/UK)
Visitors in the EU/UK are presented with a cookie consent banner that allows:
• Accept all
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Manage cookie preferences
You may update preferences at any time.
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4.2 Browser Settings
You can block or delete cookies using browser controls.
Common options include:
• Blocking third-party cookies
• Clearing existing cookies
• Using incognito/private mode
• Preventing cross-site tracking
Instructions differ by browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge).
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4.3 Opt-Out Tools
You may opt out of personalized advertising via:
• Google Ads Settings
• Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)
• Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA)
• European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA)
These tools apply only to the browser/device you use.
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4.4 Device or System Settings
Some devices allow limiting tracking at the OS level (e.g., Android, iOS).
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5. Do Not Track (DNT)
We do not respond to browser “Do Not Track” signals because there is no current industry standard.
We honor legally mandated opt-out rights where required.
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6. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect:
• Regulatory changes
• Technology updates
• Changes to our practices
Updates are effective when posted with an updated “Last Updated” date.
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7. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, contact: admin@androidauthority.com
Mailing Address:
Android Authority / Authority Media
PO BOX 20547, Howe St RPO,V6Z2N8
British Columbia, Canada