🍪 NBCUniversal Cookie Notice – A Quick Summary (Approx. 400 words)
NBCUniversal and its partners use cookies and similar technologies across their websites, apps, smart devices, and services (collectively “Services”) to improve functionality, personalize content, analyze usage, and deliver targeted ads. This summary highlights key points from their full Cookie Notice.
🔍 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that track activity and preferences. NBCUniversal uses various types of cookies including:
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First-party cookies – Set by NBCUniversal to enable features and analytics.
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Third-party cookies – Set by advertisers and partners to provide content, ads, or features across websites.
🍪 Types of Cookies Used
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Strictly Necessary Cookies – Essential for security, login, and transactions.
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Information Storage/Access – Store device identifiers and settings.
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Analytics & Measurement – Track usage for performance and product improvements.
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Personalization Cookies – Remember preferences like language or login state.
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Content Selection Cookies – Deliver personalized articles, videos, etc.
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Ad Targeting Cookies – Track behavior for interest-based ads across platforms.
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Social Media Cookies – Enable sharing via platforms like Facebook or Twitter.
⚙️ Managing Cookies
You can manage cookie preferences using:
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Browser Controls – Change cookie settings via Chrome, Safari, Firefox, etc.
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Analytics Provider Opt-Outs – Disable tools like Google Analytics or Mixpanel via their opt-out pages.
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Ad Network Opt-Outs – Use sites like the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) to stop personalized ads.
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Mobile & Connected Device Settings – Disable tracking via phone or smart TV privacy settings.
Note: Preferences must be set per device/browser. Deleting cookies may reset these settings.
