Cookie Policy

Last Updated: December 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Tocnews uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.

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 efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Tocnews) are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies." Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website.

2. Why We Use Cookies

We use first-party and third-party cookies for several reasons:

  • To enable certain functions of our website
  • To provide analytics and understand how visitors use our site
  • To remember your preferences and settings
  • To enhance security and prevent fraud
  • To deliver relevant advertising
  • To improve your overall browsing experience

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. Without these cookies, some parts of our website would not function.

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This allows us to measure and improve the performance of our site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous.

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.

3.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They work by uniquely identifying your browser and device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.

4. Cookie Duration

4.1 Session Cookies

These are temporary cookies that remain in your browser until you close it. They are then deleted from your device.

4.2 Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them. They help our website remember your information and preferences for future visits.

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the use of these cookies and cannot access them. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, and we encourage you to review them.

Third parties we work with may include:

  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Advertising networks
  • Social media platforms
  • Payment processors

6. Your Cookie Choices

6.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Your choice will be saved, and you can change your preferences at any time.

6.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.

Browser-specific cookie management instructions:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions

6.3 Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of targeted advertising by visiting:

  • Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page
  • Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page
  • European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance for EU visitors

7. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no uniform technology standard for recognizing and implementing DNT signals, and therefore our website does not respond to DNT signals.

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our operations, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

9. Contact Us

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

Tocnews
Rudower Str. 43
17235 Neustrelitz, Germany
Phone: +49 06563 40 90 37
Email: [email protected]