What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies enable the website to remember your actions and preferences (such as login, language, font size and other display preferences) over a period of time, so you don’t have to keep re-entering them whenever you come back to the site or browse from one page to another.
Think of cookies as a website's memory. They allow a website to recognize a user's device and tailor the user's experience accordingly. For instance, a cookie might store your preferred language, so you don't have to select it every time you visit the site. Or, it could remember items you've added to your shopping cart, even if you close your browser and return later.
Cookies are not programs; they are simple text files that cannot execute code. They cannot be used to spread viruses or access personal information on your computer. However, because they can track browsing habits, they are sometimes considered a privacy concern, which is why many countries have laws requiring websites to obtain consent before placing cookies on a user's device.
How We Use Cookies
At Aurora Sound Studios, we use cookies to enhance your experience on our website, aurorasoundstudios.com. Specifically, we utilize cookies for the following purposes:
- To improve site functionality: Cookies help us understand how visitors use our website, allowing us to identify areas for improvement. We can track which pages are most popular, which links are clicked most often, and where users might encounter errors. This information helps us optimize the website's structure and content for a better user experience.
- To personalize your experience: Cookies enable us to remember your preferences, such as your preferred language or region. This allows us to tailor the website to your individual needs, making it more convenient and enjoyable to use. For example, if you consistently visit our pricing page, cookies can help us prioritize related content for you in future visits.
- For analytics: We use cookies to gather anonymous statistical data about website usage. This data is used to analyze trends, track user movements, and gather broad demographic information. This helps us understand our audience better and improve our marketing efforts. We use tools like Google Analytics, which utilizes cookies to collect information about website traffic and user behavior.
- For marketing purposes: We may use cookies to track your browsing activity across our website in order to show you relevant advertisements on other websites. This helps us reach potential customers who are interested in our services. We ensure that all marketing activities are conducted in accordance with applicable privacy laws and regulations.
We are committed to using cookies responsibly and transparently. We do not use cookies to collect personally identifiable information without your consent. We also do not sell or share your cookie data with third parties for their own marketing purposes.
Types of Cookies We Use
We use several types of cookies on our website, each serving a specific purpose. Here's a breakdown of the main categories:
- Strictly necessary cookies: These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. They enable you to navigate the site and use its features, such as accessing secure areas. Without these cookies, certain services cannot be provided. Examples include cookies that remember items in your shopping cart or allow you to log into your account.
- Performance cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages they visit most often and if they encounter any error messages. This information is used to improve the website's performance and user experience. These cookies do not collect any personally identifiable information. Examples include cookies used by Google Analytics to track website traffic and user behavior.
- Functionality cookies: These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your language or region) and provide enhanced, more personalized features. For example, a functionality cookie might remember your preferred font size or the last article you read on our blog.
- Targeting or advertising cookies: These cookies are used to track your browsing activity across our website in order to show you relevant advertisements on other websites. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. We only use these cookies with your consent.
The following table provides a more detailed overview of the specific cookies we use, their names, purpose, and expiration period:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Expiration Period |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users. | 2 years |
| _gid | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users. | 24 hours |
| cookieConsent | Remembers user's cookie consent preferences. | 1 year |
| sessionID | Maintains user session across pages. | Session |
Your Choices Regarding Cookies
You have the right to control how cookies are used on your device. Here are the options available to you:
- Browser settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically block all cookies, accept only first-party cookies, or clear cookies when you close your browser. The exact steps vary depending on your browser, so consult your browser's help documentation for more information. Please note that blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
- Cookie consent banner: When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. This banner allows you to choose whether or not to accept cookies. You can also customize your cookie preferences by clicking on the "Settings" button in the banner. You can withdraw your consent or change your preferences at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.
- Third-party tools: There are also several third-party tools available that can help you manage cookies and protect your privacy. These tools typically allow you to block tracking cookies, clear existing cookies, and set privacy preferences.
Please be aware that disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our website. For example, if you disable functionality cookies, you may have to re-enter your preferences every time you visit the site. However, we believe it is important to give you control over your cookie preferences, and we respect your choices.
To manage cookies using browser settings, refer to the following guides for popular browsers:
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about our cookies policy, please contact us:
Aurora Sound Studios
1600 Vine Street, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Phone: (323) 466-7000
Email: [email protected]
Our Data Protection Officer is Evelyn Reed, who can be reached at the email address provided above.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and will do our best to address any concerns you may have. This Cookies Policy was last updated on October 26, 2025.