Cookie Policy
How we use cookies and similar technologies
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and improve your experience.
We also use similar technologies such as pixels, local storage, and session storage (collectively referred to as "cookies" in this policy).
How We Use Cookies
AI Business Review uses cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential functionality: Making our website work properly
- Preferences: Remembering your settings (e.g., dark mode)
- Analytics: Understanding how visitors use our site
- Performance: Improving site speed and reliability
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function. They cannot be disabled. They include cookies for security, session management, and basic functionality.
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences such as dark mode settings, language preferences, and whether you've closed certain popups (newsletter, promotions).
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. We use this data to improve our content and user experience. Data is aggregated and anonymized.
Advertising Cookies
If we display advertising, these cookies may be used to show relevant ads and measure ad performance. We do not sell your personal data to advertisers.
Specific Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
wordpress_* |
WordPress session and login | Session / 14 days | Essential |
wp-settings-* |
WordPress user preferences | 1 year | Functional |
zeen_darkmode |
Dark mode preference | 90 days | Functional |
zeen_newsletter |
Newsletter popup dismissed | 90 days | Functional |
zeen_promo |
Promo popup dismissed | 90 days | Functional |
_ga, _gid |
Google Analytics | 2 years / 24 hours | Analytics |
_gat |
Google Analytics throttling | 1 minute | Analytics |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use:
- Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance measurement
- Mailchimp: Newsletter subscription and delivery (if subscribed)
- Social media: Share buttons and embedded content
- YouTube/Vimeo: Embedded video players
These third parties have their own privacy policies governing their cookies.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have control over cookies:
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies in settings
- Cookie consent: Use our cookie banner to accept or reject non-essential cookies
- Opt-out links: Google Analytics Opt-out
Note: Blocking essential cookies may affect website functionality. Blocking analytics cookies means we cannot improve your experience based on usage data.
Browser-Specific Instructions
To manage cookies in your browser:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions
For detailed instructions, visit your browser's help documentation.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
Contact Us
For questions about our use of cookies:
- Email: privacy@aibusinessreview.org
- Privacy Policy: View Privacy Policy
AI Business Review — A Publication of Artificial Intelligence University
Last Updated: January 2026