Cookie Policy

Welcome to News Zio (“we”, “our”, “us”).
This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website — www.newszio.com — and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

Our website is operated in full compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Polish Telecommunications Law.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that a website places on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit it.
They allow the website to recognize your device, remember your preferences, and improve your browsing experience.

Cookies can be:

  • Session cookies – stored temporarily and deleted when you close your browser.
  • Persistent cookies – remain on your device until they expire or are deleted.

2. Why We Use Cookies

At News Zio, cookies serve several essential functions that help us deliver a better experience for our readers.

We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • Website functionality: to ensure the site runs properly and remembers your preferences (such as language settings).
  • Performance and analytics: to analyze how visitors use our website and to improve layout, navigation, and content.
  • Content personalization: to show relevant articles, recommendations, or reading suggestions.
  • Security: to help detect suspicious activities and maintain site integrity.

We do not use cookies to collect personally identifiable information unless you explicitly provide it (for example, by filling out a contact form).

3. Types of Cookies We Use

CategoryPurposeExamples
Strictly Necessary CookiesEnable core website functionality such as navigation and security. Without these, the website cannot operate properly.Login session cookies, security tokens
Functional CookiesRemember user preferences and improve usability.Language preference, font size, layout
Analytical/Performance CookiesHelp us understand how visitors interact with the site by collecting anonymous data.Google Analytics cookies
Marketing CookiesMay be used (only with consent) to deliver relevant content and measure campaign performance.Meta Pixel, Google Ads (if used)

If you do not consent to marketing or tracking cookies, these will not be activated.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Our website may use third-party services that place cookies on your device — for example:

  • Google Analytics — to collect anonymized statistical data about visitor behavior.
  • Social Media Plugins (e.g., Facebook, LinkedIn, X) — for content sharing and engagement.

These third-party providers have their own privacy and cookie policies.
We encourage you to review them for more details about how your data is handled.

5. Managing Cookie Preferences

You have full control over your cookie settings.

You can:

  • Accept or decline cookies via our on-site cookie consent banner.
  • Adjust browser settings to block or delete cookies at any time.
  • Withdraw consent to non-essential cookies by revisiting your preferences on our site.

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the proper functioning of some parts of the website.

To manage cookies in your browser:

6. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

We process cookie-related data based on:

  • Your consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR) for analytical, functional, and marketing cookies.
  • Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR) for strictly necessary cookies required for the website’s basic operation.

You can withdraw your consent at any time through your browser or our cookie management tool.

7. Data Collected via Cookies

The data collected through cookies is generally anonymous and does not allow direct identification of users.
Examples of data we may collect include:

  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Referring website
  • Time spent on the site and pages visited
  • Device type (desktop, tablet, mobile)

This information is used solely for analytical and functional purposes to enhance user experience.

8. Retention of Cookie Data

Cookies are stored for different durations depending on their type:

  • Session cookies — deleted when you close your browser.
  • Persistent cookies — remain on your device for a defined period (typically 30–365 days) or until you delete them manually.

We periodically review cookie data to ensure compliance and minimal retention.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in legal, technical, or operational requirements.
Any updates will be posted on this page, and the “Last updated” date will be revised accordingly.

We recommend checking this page periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions, requests, or concerns regarding our use of cookies, please contact us:

News Zio
📍 Address: Oświatowa 20A, 01-366 Warsaw, Poland
📞 Phone: +48 51 459 81 50
📧 Email: [email protected]

We will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible and help you understand your rights under GDPR and Polish law.

11. Acceptance of This Policy

By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy and consent to the use of cookies as described (except where you have opted out).

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