Cookie Policy

How BeatJunction uses cookies and similar technologies on our website

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 more efficiently and provide a better browsing experience. Cookies allow websites to recognize your device, remember your preferences, and provide personalized content.

At BeatJunction, we use cookies and similar technologies (such as web beacons and pixels) to enhance your experience on our website, analyze site traffic, and deliver targeted advertisements. This Cookie Policy explains how we use these technologies and your choices regarding their use.

Types of Cookies We Use

We use several types of cookies on our website, each serving a different purpose. Below is an overview of the categories of cookies we use:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site may not work as a result.

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our website. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not know when you have visited our site.

Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.

Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.

Specific Cookies We Use

The table below provides detailed information about the specific cookies we use on our website:

Cookie Name Purpose Category Duration
session_id Maintains your session while you navigate the website Essential Session
cookie_consent Remembers your cookie preferences Essential 1 year
_ga Registers a unique ID to generate statistical data on how visitors use the website Analytics 2 years
_gid Registers a unique ID to generate statistical data on how visitors use the website Analytics 24 hours
_gat Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate Analytics 1 minute
user_preferences Remembers your display preferences, such as language and region Functionality 1 year
event_history Tracks events you've viewed or shown interest in Functionality 30 days
ad_id Used to deliver targeted advertisements based on your interests Advertising 90 days
pixel_id Tracks conversions from ads and optimizes ad delivery Advertising 1 year

Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics, deliver advertisements, and enhance functionality on our website. These third parties include:

Analytics Providers

  • Google Analytics - To analyze website traffic and user behavior
  • Hotjar - To understand how users interact with our website through heatmaps and session recordings

Advertising Partners

  • Google Ads - To deliver targeted advertisements based on your interests
  • Facebook Pixel - To track conversions from Facebook ads and optimize ad delivery
  • DoubleClick - To serve and measure the effectiveness of advertisements

Social Media Platforms

  • Facebook, Twitter, Instagram - To enable sharing of content and social media interactions
  • YouTube - To embed video content on our website

These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie policies, and we encourage you to review them to understand how they collect and use your information.

How to Manage Cookies

You have the right to choose whether or not to accept cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking on the cookie settings link in the footer of our website.

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. These settings can usually be found in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. To understand these settings, the following links may be helpful:

Do Not Track

Some web browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that allows you to express your preference not to be tracked by websites. While we respect this preference, please note that not all third-party services honor the "Do Not Track" signal.

Opt-Out of Targeted Advertising

You can opt out of receiving targeted advertisements from participating advertisers through the following platforms:

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, some parts of our website may not function properly. Disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features, such as purchasing tickets or creating an account. Disabling performance and analytics cookies will limit our ability to analyze and improve our website. Disabling functionality cookies may affect your user experience, and disabling advertising cookies may result in less relevant advertisements.

Please note that disabling cookies does not make you anonymous online. Your internet service provider or employer may still be able to track your online activities.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

BeatJunction may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies or applicable laws. When we make changes, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy and notify you through our website or other communication channels.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are using cookies. Your continued use of our website after any changes to this Cookie Policy constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at:

BeatJunction
Privacy Officer
47 Rock Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000, Australia
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +61 3186577094

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable time frame, typically within 30 days of receiving your request.