This Cookie Statement outlines how WGTN utilizes cookies and comparable technologies to identify you during visits to our Online Properties, including our Sites or Applications, as well as throughout the use of any Services we offer. We clarify the nature of these technologies, their purpose, and your ability to manage their usage. Any capitalized terms not defined here are elucidated in our Terms of Service.

Cookies represent small data files stored on your computer or mobile device upon visiting a website, encompassing various techniques and technologies, including web beacons. Web beacons, also known as “tracking pixels” or “clear gifs,” are miniature graphics files containing unique identifiers, facilitating the recognition of visits or actions related to our Online Properties.

Cookies can be categorized as “first-party cookies,” set by the website owner (WGTN), and “third-party cookies,” set by external parties. Third-party cookies allow for the provision of additional features or functionality on the website, such as advertising, interactive content, and analytics. Those responsible for these third-party cookies can identify your device across both the visited website and other affiliated sites.

cookies we use

WGTN utilizes both first-party and third-party cookies across our Online Properties. First-party cookies, generated by WGTN, primarily facilitate browsing and feature usage on our Online Properties. They may also aid in analytics, content personalization, and displaying event-related advertisements tailored to your interests. These cookies may contain non-personal data or unique identifiers associated with your browser or device.

Third-party cookies, deployed by external companies, enhance the functionality of our Online Properties and may be associated with web beacons. These cookies enable third-party features or functionalities and can recognize your device across our Online Properties and other unaffiliated websites.

The types of first- and third-party cookies used on our Online Properties include:

– Essential cookies: Necessary for accessing and using our Services or Online Properties, such as accessing secure areas and managing privacy preferences.

– Functionality cookies: Enhance the performance and functionality of our Online Properties, although not essential for their operation.

– Analytics cookies: Aid in understanding how our Online Properties are used and evaluating the effectiveness of marketing campaigns, allowing us to improve site features.

– Advertising cookies: Customize advertising messages to make them more relevant, prevent repetitive ads, and select ads based on user interests. This category includes Eventbrite Advertising (first-party) and Targeted Advertising (third-party) cookies.

Organizers selling tickets on our Online Properties may also employ various cookies, including analytics, customization, advertising, and social media cookies. These cookies help organizers provide relevant advertisements and measure the effectiveness of marketing efforts. Please note that WGTN does not control or have access to the cookies chosen by organizers.

The duration that cookies remain on your device depends on whether they’re temporary or permanent.

Temporary or session cookies are used for uninterrupted browsing on our Online Properties and for internal reporting. Once your browsing session ends, these cookies don’t store any data on your device.

Persistent cookies, including certain first-party analytics and third-party cookies, track browsing behavior over time. They provide additional features, stored content, and are used for advertising and marketing. Depending on their purpose, they can last for hours, days, or even years. They remain on your device even after you finish a browsing session and can recognize your device when you start a new one.

By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described above. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

WGTN reserves the right to periodically update this Cookie Statement to account for changes in the cookies we employ or for operational, legal, or regulatory purposes. We encourage you to check back regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies and associated technologies. The date at the top of this Cookie Statement denotes its last update.

This cookies statement may be updated periodically. The latest version was last updated on Apr 3, 2024.

If you have any questions or concerns about our cookies policy, please contact us at help@wgtn.org.