Cookie Policy

Last updated: December 16, 2024

This Cookie Policy explains how StereCat Events ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website stererecat.com (the "Service"). This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be:

• Session cookies: Temporary cookies that are erased when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted
• First-party cookies: Set by the website you're visiting
• Third-party cookies: Set by external services integrated into the website

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies for the following purposes:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include:

• Session management
• Security features
• Cookie consent preferences
• Basic website functionality

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously:

• Number of visitors and page views
• How long visitors spend on our site
• Which pages are most popular
• Where visitors come from
• Device and browser information

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:

• Remembering your preferences
• Language settings
• Region selection
• Font size and display preferences

2.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your browsing habits to show you relevant advertisements:

• Displaying targeted advertisements
• Measuring advertising effectiveness
• Social media integration
• Retargeting website visitors

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
stererecat_session	Maintains user session state	Session
cookie_consent	Stores cookie consent preferences	1 year
csrf_token	Security protection against cross-site request forgery	Session

3.2 Analytics Cookies

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
_ga	Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users	2 years
_ga_[ID]	Google Analytics - maintains session state	2 years
_gid	Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users	24 hours

3.3 Marketing Cookies

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
_fbp	Facebook Pixel - tracks visitor behavior for advertising	3 months
__utmz	Google Analytics - tracks referral sources	6 months

4. Third-Party Services

We integrate various third-party services that may set their own cookies:

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of our website.

You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

4.2 Social Media Platforms

Our website may include social media features from platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. These features may collect information about your IP address and set cookies to enable proper functionality.

4.3 Email Marketing

We may use email marketing services that track email opens, clicks, and user engagement through cookies and similar technologies.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Accept only necessary cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences

5.2 Changing Cookie Settings

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

• Clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer
• Using your browser's cookie management features
• Clearing existing cookies from your device

5.3 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to:

• View cookies stored on your device
• Delete all or specific cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block all cookies (may affect website functionality)

Browser-Specific Instructions:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our website:

6.1 Essential Cookies

Disabling essential cookies may result in:

• Website functionality issues
• Inability to submit forms
• Security vulnerabilities
• Loss of user preferences

6.2 Analytics Cookies

Disabling analytics cookies means:

• We cannot track website performance
• Less ability to improve user experience
• No impact on website functionality

6.3 Marketing Cookies

Disabling marketing cookies results in:

• Less relevant advertisements
• Inability to measure marketing effectiveness
• No impact on core website features

7. Mobile Applications

If we develop mobile applications in the future, they may use similar tracking technologies. We will update this policy to reflect any mobile-specific tracking practices.

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Sending email notifications for significant changes

9. International Transfers

Some of our third-party service providers may transfer and process cookie data outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

11. Cookie Preference Center