Cookie Policy
Last updated: November 20, 2025
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our service.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
- Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
- Analytics Cookies: Collect information about how you use our website
- Marketing Cookies: Track your activity to deliver relevant advertisements
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains user session | Session |
| csrf_token | Security protection | Session |
| cookie_consent | Stores cookie preferences | 1 year |
3.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - User identification | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - Session identification | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - Throttle request rate | 1 minute |
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | Stores user settings | 1 year |
| language | Remembers language preference | 1 year |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We use services from third-party companies that may set cookies on your device. These include:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
- Stripe: For payment processing (if applicable)
- Social Media Platforms: For social sharing features
5. Managing Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by:
5.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- Notify you when a cookie is being set
Browser-Specific Instructions:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
5.2 Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can manage your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer.
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:
- You may need to log in every time you visit
- Your preferences won't be saved
- Some features may not work as expected
- We won't be able to personalize your experience
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@bytemusic.com
Address: ByteMusic Inc., 123 Music Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567