Aurora Studios Cookies Policy

This Cookies Policy explains how Aurora Studios uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. We at Aurora Studios, located at 42 Wallaby Way, Asheville, NC 28801, are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a transparent understanding of how we collect and use data through cookies.

What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other 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. Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser, while session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.

How We Use Cookies

Aurora Studios uses cookies for various purposes, including:

• To improve the functionality and performance of our website.
• To personalize your experience on our website.
• To understand how visitors use our website and to analyze trends.
• To provide targeted advertising and marketing communications.

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies

   These cookies are necessary for the basic functioning of our website and enable you to navigate our site and use its features. Without these cookies, some services on our website may not function properly. Essential cookies do not require your consent, as they are necessary for the website to operate.

   For example, we use essential cookies to remember your login information, keep track of items in your shopping cart, and provide secure access to certain areas of our website. These cookies are typically session cookies and are deleted when you close your browser.

2. Analytics Cookies

   We use analytics cookies to collect information about how visitors use our website. This information helps us understand how effective our website is, what interests our users, and how to improve our website. The information collected by these cookies is aggregated and anonymized.

   Specifically, we use Google Analytics to track website traffic, user behavior, and demographics. This data helps us make informed decisions about website design, content, and marketing strategies. By understanding how users interact with our site, we can optimize it for better performance and user experience.

3. Advertising Cookies

   We may use advertising cookies to display advertisements that are relevant to your interests. These cookies may be used to track your browsing habits across different websites and to build a profile of your interests. This allows us to show you ads that are more likely to be of interest to you.

   We may also use advertising cookies to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns. This helps us understand which ads are most effective and how to optimize our advertising budget. Third-party advertising partners may also use cookies to provide you with targeted advertising based on your browsing behavior.

4. Functional Cookies

   Functional cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personal features. These cookies can also be used to provide services you have asked for, such as watching a video or commenting on a blog. The information these cookies collect may be anonymized and they cannot track your browsing activity on other websites.

   For example, we use functional cookies to remember your preferred language settings, display customized content based on your location, and enable social media sharing. These cookies enhance your experience on our website and provide you with a more personalized browsing experience.

Specific Cookies Used on Our Website

How to Manage Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

• 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, or clear cookies when you close your browser. Please note that blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
• Cookie Consent Tools: We may use a cookie consent tool on our website that allows you to manage your cookie preferences. This tool provides you with information about the cookies we use and allows you to accept or reject them.
• Third-Party Tools: You can use third-party tools and browser extensions to manage cookies and protect your privacy. These tools can help you block cookies, clear cookies, and control your online tracking.

Specific Instructions for Popular Browsers

Here are instructions on how to manage cookies in some popular web browsers:

• Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data.
• Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
• Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and Website Data.
• Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies and site data.

Changes to this Cookies Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post any changes to this policy on our website and update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at privacy@aurorastudios.com or call us at (828) 555-2323. Our privacy team, led by Amelia Greene, is dedicated to addressing your concerns and ensuring your data is handled responsibly.