Cookie Policy
Last Updated: October 23, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how GrooveTheQue Events ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
🍪 What are cookies? Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.
1. Types of Cookies We Use
1.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
- Authentication: Keep you logged in to your account
- Security: Protect against cross-site request forgery (CSRF)
- Session Management: Maintain your session state
- Shopping Cart: Remember items in your cart
Can you disable them? No. These cookies are essential for the website to work. Disabling them will prevent you from using our services.
1.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance functionality and personalization:
- Language Preferences: Remember your language selection
- Display Settings: Remember your display preferences
- Recent Searches: Store your recent search queries
- Location Data: Remember your location for relevant events
Can you disable them? Yes. However, this may affect website functionality and your user experience.
1.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:
- Google Analytics: Track page views, sessions, and user behavior
- Performance Metrics: Monitor website speed and performance
- Error Tracking: Identify and fix technical issues
- Usage Patterns: Understand popular features and content
Can you disable them? Yes. You can opt-out through your browser settings or cookie preferences.
1.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to show relevant advertisements:
- Advertising Networks: Display targeted ads based on your interests
- Social Media: Enable social sharing and track social media interactions
- Remarketing: Show ads for events you've viewed
Can you disable them? Yes. You can opt-out through your browser settings or our cookie preferences.
2. Specific Cookies We Use
Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
---|---|---|---|
laravel_session | Session management | 2 hours | Essential |
XSRF-TOKEN | Security (CSRF protection) | 2 hours | Essential |
auth_token | Authentication | 60 minutes | Essential |
cart | Shopping cart data | 7 days | Functional |
recent_searches | Store recent searches | 30 days | Functional |
_ga | Google Analytics | 2 years | Analytics |
cookie_consent | Remember cookie preferences | 1 year | Functional |
3. Third-Party Cookies
We use services from third parties that may set their own cookies:
- Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance monitoring
- Payment Processors: Secure payment processing (Stripe, PayPal)
- Social Media: Social sharing buttons (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
- Email Services: Email delivery and tracking
These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they use cookies.
4. How to Manage Cookies
4.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions
4.2 Cookie Preference Center
You can manage your cookie preferences using our Cookie Preference Center:
4.3 Opt-Out Links
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
- Network Advertising: NAI Opt-out
- Digital Advertising Alliance: DAA Opt-out
5. Local Storage & Session Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser storage technologies:
5.1 Local Storage
We use local storage to:
- Store shopping cart data
- Remember recent searches
- Cache event data for faster loading
- Store user preferences
5.2 Session Storage
We use session storage for temporary data that is cleared when you close your browser:
- Form data during multi-step processes
- Temporary filters and sorting preferences
- Navigation state
6. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, we will ask for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can:
- Accept All: Allow all cookies for the best experience
- Reject Non-Essential: Only use essential cookies
- Customize: Choose which types of cookies to allow
You can change your cookie preferences at any time using the Cookie Preference Center.
7. Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but we respect your privacy choices through our Cookie Preference Center.
8. Mobile Devices
If you access our website through a mobile device, we may collect:
- Device identifiers (IDFA, Android ID)
- Mobile network information
- Location data (with your permission)
- App usage data
You can control these permissions through your device settings.
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our website or sending you an email.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: