This Cookie Policy explains how the Iran War 2026 Energy Crisis Tracker ("we", "our", "this site") uses cookies and similar technologies. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, provide information to site owners, and enable certain features. This site also uses localStorage, a browser storage mechanism similar to cookies but stored locally and not sent to servers with each request.
Cookies We Use
The table below lists the cookies and storage mechanisms used on this site:
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | localStorage | Stores your cookie consent preference (accepted/rejected) | Until cleared | Essential |
| iran_tracker_v3 | localStorage | Caches recently fetched news articles for faster page loads | 30 minutes | Essential |
| Ezoic cookies | Cookie | Advertising: serve relevant ads, frequency capping, ad performance measurement | Varies (up to 13 months) | Non-Essential |
| Google/DoubleClick | Cookie | Advertising: personalized ad delivery via Ezoic's ad partners | Varies (up to 13 months) | Non-Essential |
| Google Fonts | Cookie / Cache | Font delivery and caching for typography | Session / cached | Essential |
Essential vs Non-Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are necessary for the site to function properly. They enable core features like caching content for performance and remembering your consent choice. These cannot be disabled without breaking site functionality.
Non-essential cookies are used for advertising and analytics. These are only set after you give explicit consent via the cookie banner. If you reject non-essential cookies, the site will function normally but you will not see personalized advertisements.
Your Current Consent
How to Manage Cookies
You can manage cookies in several ways:
- Cookie banner: On your first visit, you can accept or reject non-essential cookies.
- Reset preferences: Use the button above to reset your cookie consent and see the banner again.
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies via their settings. Note that blocking essential cookies may impair site functionality.
- Ad opt-out: Visit NAI opt-out, DAA opt-out, or Your Online Choices (EU) to opt out of personalized advertising.
Third-Party Cookies
When you consent to non-essential cookies, our advertising partner Ezoic and its ad network partners (including Google) may set cookies on your device. These third parties have their own privacy policies:
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. If we make significant changes to how we use cookies, we will reset your consent preference so you can make a new choice.
Contact
For questions about our cookie practices, please use our contact page.