This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, which ones we use on soundb.org, and how you can control them. Read this alongside our Privacy Policy for the full picture of how we handle your data.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work correctly, to improve efficiency, and to provide information to the website owner.
Cookies can be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (remain on your device for a set period). They can be set by the website you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by third-party services running on that page ("third-party cookies").
We use three categories of cookies on soundb.org:
| Cookie | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| sb_session | Maintains your session state as you navigate the site. Required for the site to function. | Session | |
| sb_csrf | Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery attacks. | Session | |
| sb_prefs | Remembers your cookie consent preferences and display settings. | 12 months | |
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users for traffic analysis. Data is anonymised and aggregated. | 2 years | |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 — maintains session state for analytics. No personally identifiable information is stored. | 2 years | |
| _gid | Google Analytics — distinguishes users. Expires after 24 hours. | 24 hours |
We do not use advertising cookies, tracking pixels for behavioural advertising, or any cookies that build profiles of you across third-party websites.
Some features of soundb.org embed content or link to third-party services which may set their own cookies. These include:
We have no control over third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective privacy policies of these services for information on their cookie practices.
Essential cookies cannot be disabled — they are required for the site to function. You can manage your preferences for all other cookie types below:
Withdrawing consent for analytics or preference cookies will not affect your ability to use soundb.org. Your preference is stored in the sb_prefs cookie for 12 months.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
Please note that disabling all cookies may affect the functionality of soundb.org and other websites you visit. For guidance on managing cookies in your specific browser:
For a comprehensive opt-out tool covering many analytics providers, visit youronlinechoices.com.
We may update this Cookie Policy as we introduce new features or change our cookie practices. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will reflect any changes. We will notify newsletter subscribers of material changes by email.
For any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us at privacy@soundb.org. We aim to respond within 5 business days.