Cookie Policy
Last Updated: September 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Bear Market News (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on bearmarketnews.net (the “Site”). It explains what cookies are, which cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit them. They’re widely used to make websites work efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to the website owners. Cookies may be “first-party” (set by our Site) or “third-party” (set by services we use, like analytics providers).
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as:
- Web beacons/pixel tags: Small transparent images embedded in pages or emails that tell us whether content was viewed
- Local storage: Browser storage that holds data similar to cookies but with larger capacity
- Scripts: Small programs that run in your browser to support Site functionality
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Strictly Necessary (Essential) Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Site to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, the Site cannot operate correctly. You cannot disable essential cookies through our cookie preference center — they’re always active.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| wordpress_test_cookie | WordPress | Tests whether browser accepts cookies | Session |
| wordpress_logged_in_* | WordPress | Indicates when you’re logged in | Session |
| wp-settings-* | WordPress | Stores user interface preferences | 1 year |
| cookieconsent_status | Bear Market News | Remembers your cookie consent choice | 1 year |
2. Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They tell us which pages are most popular, how long people spend reading articles, and where our traffic comes from. This data helps us improve the Site and our content.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users within 24 hours | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
3. Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| wp_lang | WordPress | Stores language preferences | Session |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some of our pages may include content from third-party sites (such as embedded videos, social media sharing buttons, or interactive charts) that may set their own cookies. We do not control these third-party cookies. Examples include:
- YouTube videos: Embedded YouTube videos may set cookies from google.com and youtube.com
- Twitter/X embeds: Embedded tweets may set cookies from twitter.com
- Social sharing buttons: Sharing buttons for Twitter, LinkedIn, or other platforms may set cookies
We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of these third-party services for more information.
How to Manage Cookies
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Site, you’ll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or customize your cookie preferences. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer of any page.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to block cookies, delete existing cookies, or notify you when cookies are placed. Here’s how to manage cookies in major browsers:
Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies
Opting Out of Analytics
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Important Note
Blocking or deleting cookies may affect your experience on the Site. Some features may not work as intended, and you may need to manually adjust preferences each time you visit. Essential cookies cannot be disabled without affecting core Site functionality.
Legal Basis and Compliance
PIPEDA (Canada)
Under Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), we obtain your meaningful consent before collecting, using, or disclosing your personal information through cookies. Our cookie consent banner serves as the mechanism for obtaining this consent.
GDPR (European Union)
For visitors from the European Economic Area, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Under GDPR, we process personal data collected through cookies based on your explicit consent (for non-essential cookies) or our legitimate interest (for essential cookies).
You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time through our Cookie Settings panel.
Cookie Duration
Cookies can be “session cookies” (which are deleted when you close your browser) or “persistent cookies” (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them). The duration for each cookie we use is listed in the tables above.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make material changes, we will notify you through the Site. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page indicates when this policy was last revised.
Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Privacy Officer
Bear Market News
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (416) 555-0140
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.