Cookie Policy
Learn how Publishers Clearing House uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience.
Last updated: May 11, 2026
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the site owners.
Publishers Clearing House ("PCH", "we", "us") uses cookies and similar technologies to ensure you get the best experience on our website.
How We Use Cookies
We use different categories of cookies, each serving a specific purpose:
Strictly Necessary
Essential for the website to function. Cannot be disabled.
Session cookies — maintain your login state during your visit
Security cookies — protect against fraud and secure your account
CSRF tokens — prevent cross-site request forgery attacks
Functional
Remember your choices for a personalized experience.
Preference cookies — remember settings like language and region
Entry tracking — prevent duplicate sweepstakes submissions
Form data — remember information entered in forms
Performance & Analytics
Help us understand how visitors use our site.
Page view tracking — understand which pages are most popular
Error reporting — identify and fix technical issues
Load monitoring — ensure the website performs well
Marketing & Advertising
Used to show you relevant ads across the web.
Targeted ads — deliver advertisements relevant to your interests
Campaign tracking — measure marketing campaign effectiveness
Social media — enable content sharing on social platforms
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the placement of these cookies. Third-party providers include:
Google Analytics
Website traffic analysis
Social media platforms
Sharing functionality
Payment processors
Secure transaction processing
Customer support tools
Live chat and support services
Cookie Duration
Session Cookies
Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser. Used to maintain your session while navigating the website.
Persistent Cookies
Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted. Help us recognize you when you return.
Managing Your Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways. Please note that removing or blocking cookies may impact your experience and some functionality may no longer be available.
Browser Settings
Most browsers let you manage cookies through their settings, typically found in "Options", "Preferences", or "Privacy":
Opt-Out Links
Opt out of targeted advertising cookies:
Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no universal standard for how companies should respond to DNT signals. We will update this policy if a standard is established.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. When we make material changes, we will notify you by updating the date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please reach out:
privacy@pch.com
Publishers Clearing House
Attention: Privacy Team
Jericho, NY 11753