Last updated: [21 August 2025]
Who we are
This Cookies Policy explains how Doon Horizon News Network Private Limited (“Doon Horizon”, “we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on doonhorizon.in and related subdomains (the “Site”). For how we handle personal data, see our Privacy Policy.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on a device by a website. They help remember preferences, keep users signed in, measure performance, and personalize content.
“First‑party” cookies are set by this Site; “third‑party” cookies are set by other domains (e.g., analytics, ad partners).
“Session” cookies expire when the browser is closed; “persistent” cookies remain for a defined period.
What technologies we use
Cookies: first- and third‑party, session and persistent.
Web beacons/pixel tags: small code snippets that record page views/opens.
Local storage/SDKs: used by certain features (e.g., video player settings) and mobile apps.
Why we use cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential (Strictly Necessary): To load pages, prevent fraud, enable security, and manage consent (cannot be switched off).
- Performance & Analytics: To understand visits, page performance, and improve user experience (e.g., page load, popular stories).
- Functional: To remember settings, language, region, saved preferences, and improve features (e.g., autoplay choice).
- Personalization: To tailor content recommendations (e.g., category preferences).
- Advertising & Measurement: To deliver, limit, and measure ads; build segments; and understand ad effectiveness. This may involve third‑party partners.
Types of cookies we set
- Essential cookies: login/session management (if applicable), content delivery, security checks, consent logging.
- Analytics cookies: page views, referral sources, scroll/engagement metrics.
- Functionality cookies: preferred language (e.g., Hindi), saved sections, autoplay/mute settings.
- Personalization cookies: content/category affinity, recently viewed articles.
- Advertising cookies: frequency capping, ad delivery verification, interest categories where permitted.
Third‑party cookies and partners
Some cookies are set by our service providers and ad technology partners to provide:
- Audience measurement and analytics
- Content delivery networks
- Advertising delivery, brand safety, fraud prevention, and measurement
Social media embeds and video players
These third parties may combine information collected on our Site with data from other sites/apps for the permitted purposes and as allowed by law. For details, see the “Vendors/Partners” section in our Privacy Policy and consent tool.
Your choices and cookie control
- Consent banner and preferences: On first visit (and periodically), a banner lets users accept, reject, or customize non‑essential cookies. Preferences can be revisited via the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer (or device settings in the app).
- Browser controls: Most browsers allow blocking/deleting cookies. Doing so may impact site functionality. See your browser’s help pages for instructions.
- Do Not Track: Our Site does not currently respond to DNT signals due to lack of common standards. We honor choices set in our consent tool and browser settings where technically feasible.
- Opt‑outs for advertising: Interest‑based ad choices may be managed via industry tools in your region (e.g., YourOnlineChoices, NAI/DAA). These tools rely on cookies; clearing cookies can reset choices.
Cookies on mobile apps
If using our mobile app, SDKs and device identifiers may be used for analytics, personalization, and advertising. You can reset your device advertising ID or limit ad tracking in device settings (Android/Google settings; iOS Privacy/Tracking).
Data retention
Cookie lifetimes vary. Session cookies expire when the browser closes; persistent cookies last from a few minutes up to [24 months], unless deleted earlier via your settings or browser.
Legal bases (where applicable)
Depending on jurisdiction:
- Essential cookies: legitimate interests (security, service delivery).
- Analytics, personalization, and advertising cookies: consent, collected via our cookie banner or settings panel.
Children’s data
Our Site is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly use cookies to profile children. If you believe we have collected data from a child inappropriately, contact us and we will take appropriate steps.
International transfers
Some partners may process cookie-derived data outside India. Where applicable, we require appropriate safeguards (contractual commitments and security measures) consistent with law.
Security
We employ reasonable organizational and technical safeguards to protect cookie-derived data. No method is 100% secure; users should also manage device/browser security.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookies Policy to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. The “Last updated” date will change. Material changes will be highlighted in a notice or via the consent banner.
Contact us
Doon Horizon News Network Private Limited
Address: 98, Manu Ganj, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, 248001
Email: [harpreetssoni9@gmail.com]
Newsroom/Tips: [doonhorizon@gmail.com]
Phone: 9897989610
Region‑specific information (optional sections you can enable)
EU/EEA/UK:
- We only set non‑essential cookies with your consent.
- You can withdraw consent anytime via “Cookie Settings.”
- Our legal bases are as described above.
California/US state privacy laws:
Certain advertising and analytics activities may be considered “sharing” or “targeted advertising.” Use “Cookie Settings” to opt out, or “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” where provided.
India:
We follow applicable Indian laws and guidance. Where consent is required for non‑essential cookies, the consent banner will enable choice.
- Appendix: Common cookies (example categories—customize if you wish)
- Essential: consent_state, session_id, csrf_token
- Analytics: _ga/gtag equivalents, session_engagement
- Functional: lang_pref, autoplay_pref
- Personalization: rec_engine_pref, last_viewed
- Advertising: ad_id, freq_cap, iab_consent_string
