Cookie policy

COOKIE POLICY Last updated: 11/06/2026 This Cookie Policy explains how FOCUS CREATIVE MEDIA ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on KBBFocus.com (the "Site"). It should be read alongside our [Privacy Policy] and [Terms of Use]. What Are Cookies? Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help the site remember information about your visit, such as preferences, login details, or activity, to improve your experience. We also use similar technologies like pixels, web beacons, and local storage. This policy refers to all of them as "cookies." Why We Use Cookies We use cookies for several purposes, including: Ensuring the Site functions properly (essential cookies). Analysing how visitors use the Site to improve content and user experience. Serving relevant display advertisements. Managing newsletter subscriptions and communications. Remembering your preferences. Types of Cookies We Use 1. Strictly Necessary Cookies These are essential for the Site to work and cannot be disabled. They enable basic functions like page navigation and security features. Legal basis: Legitimate interests or contractual necessity (no consent required under PECR). 2. Performance / Analytics Cookies We use Google Analytics (GA4) to understand visitor behaviour, such as pages viewed, time spent on the Site, and sources of traffic. This helps us produce better news content and improve the Site. Google Analytics sets cookies that collect information in an anonymised form. For more details, see Google's Privacy Policy and their Analytics help pages. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. 3. Advertising / Targeting Cookies As a news website funded partly by display advertising, we use cookies to serve relevant adverts and measure their performance. These may track your interests anonymously to show ads that are more useful to you. Third-party advertisers (e.g., Google AdSense or our ad partners) may place cookies. We do not control these directly but select trusted partners. These cookies help limit how often you see an ad and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. 4. Functional / Preference Cookies These remember choices you make (e.g., language preferences or newsletter subscription status) to provide a more personalised experience. 5. Social Media and Other Third-Party Cookies We may embed social media buttons or content (e.g., Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn). These platforms may set cookies to recognise you and enhance your experience on their sites. See their respective privacy policies for details. Newsletter Cookies (Brevo) We use Brevo to manage our email newsletters. Cookies may be used to remember if you are subscribed, manage preferences, or track email engagement (e.g., opens and clicks, where permitted). By subscribing, you consent to Brevo processing your data per their Privacy Policy. Third-Party Cookies Some cookies are set by third parties. We are not responsible for their policies, but we select reputable providers. Key third parties include: Google (Analytics and advertising services) Brevo (newsletters) Advertising networks and social media platforms How to Manage Cookies You can control and/or delete cookies as you wish. Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies via settings. Disabling cookies: You can block cookies through your browser settings. However, this may affect Site functionality (e.g., some features may not work properly). Cookie banner: On your first visit (and as required), you will see a cookie consent banner giving you choices to accept or reject categories of cookies. Opt-out links: See specific tools above for Google Analytics. For advertising, visit Your Online Choices. Note: Disabling cookies does not mean you will stop seeing adverts — they may just be less relevant. Changes to This Policy We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top indicates when changes were made. Please review it periodically. Contact Us If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at: [email protected].