Last Updated: December 18, 2024
This Cookie Policy explains how FilmAesthete (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at filmaesthete.com.
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.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
1. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary) These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website.
- Session management
- Security features
- Load balancing
2. Analytics Cookies We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect information about:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Traffic sources
- Device and browser information
- Geographic location (country/city level)
Google Analytics Cookies:
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3. Advertising Cookies We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. These cookies are used to:
- Deliver relevant advertisements based on your interests
- Limit the number of times you see an ad
- Measure advertising campaign effectiveness
- Track whether you’ve clicked on an ad
Google AdSense Cookies:
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4. Social Media Cookies When you share content via social media buttons, these platforms may set cookies. We don’t control these cookies. Please check the respective social media platforms’ privacy policies:
- Instagram: https://help.instagram.com/519522125107875
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/privacy
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation
- YouTube: https://policies.google.com/privacy
5. Performance Cookies These cookies help us understand website performance and user experience:
- Page load times
- Error tracking
- User journey mapping
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third parties:
Google (AdSense & Analytics):
- Collects browsing data across websites
- Uses data for personalized advertising
- Provides anonymized analytics data
How to Control Cookies
You have several options to manage or disable cookies:
Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete cookies after closing the browser
- Get notifications when cookies are 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 → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
Google Ads Settings: Opt out of personalized advertising: https://www.google.com/settings/ads
Google Analytics Opt-out: Install browser add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Industry Opt-Out Tools:
- Network Advertising Initiative: http://www.networkadvertising.org/choices/
- Digital Advertising Alliance: http://www.aboutads.info/choices/
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: http://www.youronlinechoices.eu/
Important Note About Blocking Cookies
If you choose to block or delete cookies:
- Some website features may not work properly
- You may need to adjust settings each time you visit
- Personalized content and ads will be less relevant
Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers have a “Do Not Track” feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT browser signals.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We will post any changes on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.