Generating Transparency Navigating Models (GTNM)
Effective Date: November 1, 2024
Last Updated: January 31, 2025
1. Introduction
At Generating Transparency Navigating Models (GTNM), we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, improve website performance, and analyze visitor interactions. This Cookie Policy explains:
- What cookies are and how we use them.
- What types of cookies we use and why.
- How users can manage or disable cookies.
- Third-party services that may set cookies on our site.
By continuing to use our website, Substack (https://substack.com/@gtnm), or interacting with our Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/PDXIndyNews/), you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember user preferences, improve security, and track browsing behavior to optimize performance.
Cookies can be:
✅ Session Cookies – Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
✅ Persistent Cookies – Remain stored on your device until manually deleted or they expire.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
GTNM uses the following types of cookies:
3.1. Essential Cookies (Required for Website Functionality)
Purpose: These cookies enable core website features such as security, login authentication, and accessibility.
Example: Keeping users logged in, securing browsing sessions.
Can I disable these? No, these cookies are necessary for the website to function properly.
3.2. Analytics & Performance Cookies
Purpose: Track visitor interactions, analyze traffic, and help us improve website design and content.
Services Used:
✔ Google Analytics – Tracks page views, session duration, and user behavior.
✔ Microsoft Clarity – Records heatmaps and interaction data for usability improvements.
✔ Cloudflare – Helps optimize load times and protect against malicious traffic.
Can I disable these? Yes, but it may reduce our ability to improve site performance.
3.3. Functional & Personalization Cookies
Purpose: Enhance user experience by remembering preferences such as dark mode settings, language selection, and site layout.
Can I disable these? Yes, but some features may not work as expected.
3.4. Advertising & Retargeting Cookies
Purpose: Used for targeted advertising and retargeting campaigns. While GTNM does not currently display ads, we may use cookies to track engagement with shared content (e.g., Facebook interactions).
Services Used:
✔ Facebook Analytics & Pixel – Collects demographic and engagement data when interacting with GTNM content on Facebook.
✔ Substack Analytics – Tracks newsletter subscriptions and reader engagement.
Can I disable these? Yes, through browser settings or opt-out options.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services we use to improve site functionality, security, and analytics. These third parties have their own privacy policies:
Google Analytics Privacy Policy – https://policies.google.com/privacy
Microsoft Clarity Privacy Policy – https://privacy.microsoft.com/en-us/privacystatement
Disqus Privacy Policy – https://help.disqus.com/en/articles/1717103-disqus-privacy-policy
Facebook Privacy Policy – https://www.facebook.com/policy.php
GTNM does not control third-party cookies. Users should review third-party privacy policies to understand how their data is used.
5. How to Manage & Disable Cookies
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings:
5.1. Opting Out of Cookies
Browser Settings:
✔ Google Chrome – https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
✔ Mozilla Firefox – https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences
✔ Apple Safari – https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201265
✔ Microsoft Edge – https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4027947/microsoft-edge-delete-cookies
Google Analytics Opt-Out:
✔ Install Google’s Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on – https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Facebook Ad Preferences:
✔ Adjust settings in Facebook Ad Preferences – https://www.facebook.com/help/568137493302217
5.2. Rejecting Cookies via Pop-up Banner
GTNM provides a cookie consent banner where users can:
✔ Accept all cookies (default setting for full website functionality).
✔ Customize cookie preferences (opt out of analytics, personalization, or advertising cookies).
Important: If you disable cookies, some features of GTNM may not function properly.
6. Cookies & Legal Compliance (GDPR, CCPA, ePrivacy Directive)
GTNM complies with major privacy regulations, including:
✅ General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR – EU) – Users have the right to:
✔ Request access to their data.
✔ Request deletion of personal data.
✔ Opt-out of non-essential cookies.
✅ California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA – USA) – Users in California can:
✔ Request details on what personal data is collected.
✔ Request deletion of personal data.
✔ Opt out of targeted advertising.
✅ ePrivacy Directive (EU Cookie Law) – Requires websites to inform users before storing cookies on their device.
For privacy-related requests, email [email protected].
7. Updates to This Policy
GTNM reserves the right to update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in privacy laws, technology, or our use of cookies.
✔ Changes will be posted here with an updated “Last Updated” date.
✔ Users may be required to reconfirm cookie preferences after major updates.
8. Contact Us
For any questions regarding our use of cookies, contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Location: Oregon, USA
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