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“NBCUniversal and its affiliates use cookies and similar tracking technologies on their websites, applications, and connected devices.”
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Multiple cross-reference sources explicitly state that NBCUniversal and its affiliates use cookies and similar tracking technologies on their services.
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— NBCUniversal and its affiliates use cookies and similar tracking technologies on their Services.
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— NBCUniversal and its affiliates use cookies and similar tracking technologies on their Services.
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— NBCUniversal and its affiliates use cookies and similar tracking technologies on their Services.
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“First-party cookies are placed by NBCUniversal and used to enable service functionality and analytics.”
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Multiple cross-reference sources consistently report that first-party cookies are placed by NBCUniversal and used for service functionality and analytics.
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— First-party Cookies are placed by NBCUniversal and used for Service functionality and analytics.
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— First-party Cookies are placed by NBCUniversal and used for Service functionality and analytics.
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— First-party Cookies are placed by NBCUniversal and used to allow use of Services and assist in analytics.
https://www.nbcwashington.com/video/news/consumer/how-to-kee…
https://www.nbcwashington.com/video/news/consumer/how-to-kee…
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“Third-party cookies are placed by third parties on user devices and used for features, advertising, and recognition across websites.”
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Multiple cross-reference sources confirm that third-party cookies are placed by external parties for features, functionalities, and advertising.
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— Third-party Cookies are placed by external entities and used for features, functionalities, and advertising on the Services.
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— Third-party Cookies may be placed by third parties to recognize devices and enable features, functionalities, and advertising on the Services.
https://www.nbcwashington.com/video/news/local/messed-up-roa…
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— Third-party Cookies may be placed by third parties to recognize devices and enable features, functionalities, and advertising on the Services.
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“Strictly necessary cookies are required for service functionality, including security and purchasing capabilities.”
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Cross-references mention that strictly necessary cookies are required for functionality, including security and purchasing capabilities. A web search result also confirms this necessity for core functions like security and system administration.
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— Manage Consent Preferences. Strictly Necessary. Always On. These Cookies are required for Service functionality, including for system administration, security, and fraud prevention, and to enable any …
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https://corporate.comcast.com/press/releases/nbcuniversal-el…
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— isAICourseRibbonClosedSessionKey Necessary cookies are essential for the proper functioning of our website. They enable core features such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without t…
https://www.sololearn.com/ru/Discuss/398991/is-this-necessar…
https://www.sololearn.com/ru/Discuss/398991/is-this-necessar…
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“Information storage and access cookies allow storing and accessing data on user devices.”
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Multiple cross-reference sources confirm that Information Storage and Access Cookies allow for storing and accessing information, such as device identifiers, on user devices.
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— Information Storage and Access Cookies allow storage and access of information on devices, such as device identifiers.
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— Information Storage and Access Cookies allow NBCUniversal and partners to store and access information on devices, such as device identifiers.
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https://www.nbcwashington.com/video/news/local/messed-up-roa…
“Measurement and analytics cookies collect user data to improve content, user experience, and advertising effectiveness.”
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Web search results discuss how analytics cookies collect data to understand user behavior for optimization and marketing purposes, aligning with the claim's description.
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— Analytics cookies are foundational to digital marketing, user experience design, and data-driven decision-making. From tracking conversions to optimising page layouts and personalising content, these …
https://www.cookieyes.com/blog/analytics-cookies/
https://www.cookieyes.com/blog/analytics-cookies/
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— Google Analytics cookies provide insights into user behavior, but privacy laws now require explicit consent before tracking. Learn how cookies work, the consent requirements in the EU and US, and prac…
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https://usercentrics.com/knowledge-hub/google-analytics-cook…
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— In today's digital age, understanding how websites track and analyze user behavior is crucial for businesses aiming to optimize their online presence. Google Analytics, a popular tool for web analytic…
https://www.analyticodigital.com/blog/how-google-analytics-c…
https://www.analyticodigital.com/blog/how-google-analytics-c…
“Personalization cookies remember user preferences, login details, and interaction settings.”
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Multiple cross-reference sources consistently state that Personalization Cookies are used to remember user preferences, choices, and assist with login functionality.
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— Personalization Cookies remember user preferences and login information.
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— Personalization Cookies help determine user preferences, remember choices, and assist with login functionality across platforms.
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— Personalization Cookies enable us to provide certain features, such as determining if you are a first-time visitor, capping message frequency, remembering choices you have made (e.g., your language pr…
https://www.nbcwashington.com/video/news/sports/rory-mcilroy…
https://www.nbcwashington.com/video/news/sports/rory-mcilroy…
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“Content selection and delivery cookies enable personalized content delivery, such as news articles and videos.”
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While web search results discuss personalized content generally (e.g., keeping users signed in, remembering preferences), there is no direct corroboration from multiple sources specifically linking 'Content delivery cookies' to personalized media content delivery for NBCUniversal.
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— Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with customized advertisements based on the pages you visited previously and to analyze the effectiveness of the ad campaigns.
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— Learn more about content delivery networks → https://ibm.biz/BdPvmGGet started with IBM Content Delivery Network → https://ibm.biz/BdPvmnA content delivery n...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bsq5cKkS33I
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bsq5cKkS33I
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— Cookies are files created by websites you visit. By saving information about your visit, they make your online experience easier. For example, sites can keep you signed in, remember your site preferen…
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“Ad selection and delivery cookies collect browsing data to deliver targeted advertising.”
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Multiple cross-reference sources repeatedly confirm that Ad Selection and Delivery Cookies collect browsing habits/data to deliver interest-based advertising.
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— Ad Selection and Delivery Cookies collect browsing habits to deliver interest-based advertising.
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— Ad Selection and Delivery Cookies collect browsing habits to deliver interest-based advertising.
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— Ad Selection and Delivery Cookies collect browsing habits and preferences to deliver interest-based advertising.
https://www.nbcwashington.com/video/news/local/historic-isnt…
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“Social media cookies are set by platforms to enable content sharing on NBCUniversal services.”
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Multiple cross-reference sources confirm that Social Media Cookies are set by social media platforms to enable content sharing on the services.
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— Social Media Cookies are set by social media platforms to enable content sharing on the Services.
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— Social Media Cookies are set by social media platforms to enable content sharing on the Services.
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“Users can adjust cookie preferences via the 'Cookie Settings' link on NBCUniversal websites.”
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“Browser settings allow users to disable or manage cookies.”
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“Analytics providers like Google and Omniture offer opt-out mechanisms for analytics cookies.”
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“Flash local storage cookies require deletion through the Flash Player Settings Manager.”
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“Users can opt out of interest-based advertising through digital advertising alliances and provider-specific opt-out pages.”
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“Mobile users can manage ad tracking settings via device settings.”
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