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To change it later, use Change cookie settings at the bottom of any page.
| Type | Set by | Purpose | Needs consent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consent preference | Google's CMP | Remembering your answer so the banner stops asking | No |
| Advertising and measurement | Google AdSense | Selecting ads, capping how often you see the same one, measuring performance | Yes |
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You still get the whole site. Ads may still appear, but they are chosen without using your browsing history — contextual rather than personalised, and they typically pay the publisher less. Nothing is hidden behind consent.
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