Last Updated: February 2026

Art News Chicago (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and support our advertising and analytics partners. This Cookie Notice explains what cookies are, how we use them, and the choices you have.

By using this website, you consent to the use of cookies as described below.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember preferences, and understand how visitors interact with the site.

Cookies may be:

• Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)

• Persistent cookies (stored until they expire or are deleted)

• First‑party cookies (set by our website)

• Third‑party cookies (set by external services)

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

A. Essential Cookies

Required for the website to function properly. These enable:

• basic navigation

• security features

• form submissions

You cannot disable essential cookies.

B. Analytics Cookies

Used to understand how visitors use our site.

We may use:

• Google Analytics

• Traffic measurement tools

• Performance tracking tools

These help us improve content, layout, and user experience.

C. Advertising & Marketing Cookies

Used to support:

• Google AdSense

• Sponsored content tracking

• Ad performance measurement

These cookies may personalize ads or limit how often you see them.

D. Social Media & Embedded Content

Some pages may include:

• social media embeds

• video embeds

• third‑party widgets

These services may set their own cookies.

3. Third‑Party Cookies

Third‑party services we may use include:

• Google Analytics

• Google AdSense

• Social media platforms

• Embedded content providers

These third parties may collect data according to their own privacy policies. We do not control their cookie settings.

4. Your Cookie Choices

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

You may:

• block cookies

• delete cookies

• disable third‑party cookies

• receive alerts when cookies are used

Please note: Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

5. Do Not Track (DNT)

Our website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals, as no standard has been established.

6. Updates to This Cookie Notice

We may update this Cookie Notice from time to time. The “Last Updated” date reflects the most recent revision.

Continued use of the site after changes are posted indicates acceptance of the updated notice.

7. Related Policies

• Privacy Policy → /privacy-policy

• Terms of Service → /terms-of-service

• Advertiser Terms & Conditions → /advertiser-terms-and-conditions

• Refund & Cancellation Policy → /refund-policy

8. Contact Us

For questions about this Cookie Notice, contact:

privacy@artnewschicago.com