TLDR:
- AOL is part of the Yahoo family of brands
- Cookies are used on AOL and Yahoo sites and apps for various purposes
In a recent article, AOL, as part of the Yahoo family of brands, highlighted the use of Cookies on their sites and apps. Cookies, along with other similar technologies such as web storage, allow the websites and apps to store and read information from users’ devices. These Cookies are used to provide the sites and apps, authenticate users, apply security measures, prevent spam and abuse, and measure user activity on the platforms.
By clicking ‘Accept all’, users and partners, including those within the IAB Transparency & Consent Framework, will store and access information on devices, using precise geolocation data and other personal data such as IP address and browsing/search data for personalized advertising and content, advertising/content measurement, and audience research and services development. Users have the option to reject all cookies and personal data usage for these additional purposes by clicking ‘Reject all’. They can also customize their choices by clicking ‘Manage privacy settings’ and change them at any time through the ‘Privacy & cookie settings’ or ‘Privacy dashboard’ links on the sites and apps.
For more information on how personal data is used, users can refer to the privacy policy and cookie policy provided by AOL. Overall, the use of Cookies on AOL and Yahoo sites and apps plays a crucial role in providing a personalized user experience while also ensuring privacy and security measures are in place.
