Introduction to Cookies
At Apex Studios, located at 456 Elm Street, Suite 200, Anytown, CA 91234, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a clear understanding of how we use cookies and similar technologies. This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on our website, and your choices regarding their use. Apex Studios is owned and operated by Amelia Hernandez and David Chen, who are dedicated to maintaining transparency and trust with our users. You can reach us at info@apexstudios.com or call us at (555) 123-4567 for any questions or concerns.
By using the Apex Studios website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. We encourage you to read this policy carefully and make informed decisions about your cookie preferences. This policy is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure it remains accurate and reflects our current practices.
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 can be either "persistent" or "session" cookies.
- Session cookies are temporary cookies that remain on your device only while you are browsing our website. They expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies remain on your device for a longer period or until you manually delete them. The duration a persistent cookie remains on your device will depend on how it was programmed.
Cookies perform various functions, such as remembering your preferences, improving your user experience, and helping us to analyze our website traffic. They cannot carry viruses, and they cannot install malware on your host computer.
How We Use Cookies
Apex Studios uses cookies to improve your experience on our website and to provide us with information about how our site is being used. Specifically, we use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the basic 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.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and if they receive error messages from web pages. This data helps us to improve the performance and design of our website.
- Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your language or region) and provide enhanced, more personal features. They may also be used to provide services you have asked for, such as watching a video or commenting on a blog.
- Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement as well as help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
We also use cookies for analytics purposes to understand how users interact with our content. This helps us to improve our services and tailor them to meet your needs. The data collected is aggregated and anonymized to protect your privacy.
Types of Cookies We Use
The following table provides more detailed information about the types of cookies we use on our website and their purposes:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Session | Maintains user session across pages. | End of session |
| _ga | Persistent | Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. | 2 years |
| _gid | Persistent | Used to distinguish users. | 24 hours |
| cookieConsent | Persistent | Remembers if user has accepted cookie policy. | 1 year |
| darkMode | Persistent | Remembers user’s dark mode preference. | 1 year |
Please note that third-party cookies may also be set by external services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies and you should check the relevant third-party's privacy policy for more information.
Managing Cookies
You have the right to choose whether or not to accept cookies. You can control cookies through your web browser settings. Most web browsers allow you to:
- See what cookies have been set and delete them individually.
- Block third-party cookies.
- Block cookies from particular sites.
- Block all cookies from being set.
- Clear all cookies when you close your browser.
Please note that if you choose to disable cookies, some parts of our website may not function properly, and you may not be able to access certain features. The method for disabling cookies may vary by browser. Below are links to instructions for some common browsers:
You can also manage advertising cookies by visiting the following websites:
These sites allow you to opt out of receiving targeted advertising from participating companies. Amelia Hernandez, our Data Protection Officer, can be contacted at amelia.hernandez@apexstudios.com for further assistance regarding your cookie preferences.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are using cookies. Your continued use of our website after any changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Apex Studios
456 Elm Street, Suite 200
Anytown, CA 91234
Email:
info@apexstudios.com
Phone:
(555) 123-4567
Our business hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
David Chen, our Chief Technology Officer, can be reached at david.chen@apexstudios.com for technical inquiries related to our website and cookies.