1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences, maintain your login session, and analyze how you use the site.
2. How We Use Cookies
BandSync Library uses cookies to:
- Keep you logged into your account
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how you use our Service
- Improve performance and user experience
- Prevent fraud and enhance security
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Service to function. You cannot disable them.
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
session |
Maintains your login session and authentication |
Session (deleted when browser closes) |
csrf_token |
Security protection against cross-site request forgery |
Session |
remember_token |
Remembers your login (if you select "Remember Me") |
30 days |
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance functionality and personalization.
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
user_preferences |
Stores your display preferences (theme, layout) |
1 year |
filter_settings |
Remembers your search and filter preferences |
30 days |
3.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how users interact with the Service.
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
_ga |
Google Analytics - distinguishes users |
2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics - distinguishes users |
24 hours |
analytics_session |
Internal analytics tracking |
Session |
Note: Analytics data is anonymized and used only for improving the Service.
3.4 Performance Cookies
These cookies help us optimize Service performance.
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
cache_version |
Manages cached content for faster loading |
7 days |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some features of our Service use cookies from trusted third parties:
4.1 Stripe (Payment Processing)
- Purpose: Secure payment processing and fraud prevention
- Privacy Policy: stripe.com/privacy
4.2 Cloudflare (Infrastructure)
5. Managing Cookies
5.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can:
- View and delete cookies
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Clear cookies when you close your browser
Find instructions for your browser:
Important: Blocking or deleting cookies may affect Service functionality. You may not be able to log in or use certain features if cookies are disabled.
5.2 Opt-Out Options
For analytics cookies specifically:
6. Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. We continue to monitor developments in this area.
7. Mobile Devices
Mobile apps may use similar technologies to cookies (such as local storage). You can control these through your device settings:
- iOS: Settings → Privacy → Tracking
- Android: Settings → Google → Ads
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. Check the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies:
- Email: privacy@bandsync.co.uk
- Support: support@bandsync.co.uk
By continuing to use BandSync Library, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.