Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 2026
1. What is a cookie?
A cookie is a small text file stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. It allows the site to remember your preferences, your login session or certain information about your browsing.
Cookies do not contain viruses and cannot access information stored on your device.
2. Cookies used on energynews.pro
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the site to function. They cannot be disabled.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
payload-token | Authentication and user session management | 2 hours (renewable) |
en_paywall_fp | Article access control (free article counter) | 30 days |
en_consent | Storage of your cookie preferences | 12 months |
csrf-token | Protection against CSRF attacks | Session |
Performance cookies (analytics)
These cookies allow us to measure audience and improve our services. They require your consent.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
_pk_id.* | Matomo Analytics — unique visitor identification (self-hosted, data not shared) | 13 months |
_pk_ses.* | Matomo Analytics — browsing session | 30 minutes |
Personalisation cookies
These cookies remember your display preferences and selections.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
en_theme | Theme preference (light / dark) | 12 months |
en_ticker_prefs | Ticker preferences (displayed tickers, order) | 6 months |
3. Third-party cookies
energynews.pro may integrate third-party content or services that may set their own cookies:
- Cloudflare — network security and performance (
__cf_bm,_cfuvid) - Payment provider — during the subscription process only
We do not integrate third-party advertising cookies (Google Ads, Meta Pixel, etc.) without explicit consent.
4. Managing your preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:
Via your browser
You can also configure your browser to block or delete cookies:
Warning: disabling necessary cookies may prevent access to certain site features (login, subscriber access).
5. Consent validity period
Your choice is stored for 12 months. After this period, we will ask for your consent again.
You can withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the "Manage my cookies" link in the page footer.
6. Contact
For any questions regarding cookies: [email protected]