Cookie Policy
Last updated: November 02, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Soonerism uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. We use cookies to improve your browsing experience, serve personalized content and advertisements, and analyze our traffic. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be "persistent" (remain on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser).
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Required Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions you take, such as logging in or filling out forms.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _soonerism_session | Maintains your login session | Session |
| csrf_token | Security protection against CSRF attacks | Session |
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 20 years |
Analytics Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this data to improve our website and user experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - Throttle request rate | 1 minute |
Advertising Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an ad and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
| Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Google AdSense | Serves personalized advertisements | Varies (up to 2 years) |
| IDE | Used by Google DoubleClick for ad targeting | 1 year |
| NID | Google - Remembers preferences and information | 6 months |
Note: Google AdSense may set additional cookies. For a complete list, visit Google's Cookie Policy.
3. How to Manage Cookies
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit Soonerism, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can choose to:
- Accept All: Allow all cookies (essential, analytics, and advertising)
- Reject Non-Essential: Only allow essential cookies (no analytics or advertising)
Browser Settings
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete cookies
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Clear all cookies when you close the browser
Browser-specific instructions:
- Chrome: Google Chrome Cookie Settings
- Firefox: Mozilla Firefox Cookie Settings
- Safari: Apple Safari Cookie Settings
- Edge: Microsoft Edge Cookie Settings
Warning: Blocking all cookies may prevent some features of our website from working properly. Essential cookies are required for basic functionality like logging in.
4. Opting Out of Personalized Advertising
You can opt out of personalized advertising while still seeing non-personalized ads:
Google Ads Settings
Control how Google uses your data for advertising purposes.
Visit Google Ads Settings →Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)
Opt out of multiple advertising networks at once.
Visit NAI Opt-Out Page →Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA)
Control interest-based advertising on websites and apps.
Visit DAA Opt-Out Page →5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages:
- Google AdSense: For displaying advertisements (see Google's Privacy Policy)
- Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis (see Google Analytics Privacy)
We do not have control over these third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective privacy policies of these services for more information.
6. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business operations. We will post any changes on this page and update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy.
7. Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions about how we use cookies, please contact us or read our Privacy Policy for more information about our data practices.