Sonata Cookies Policy
This Cookies Policy explains how Sonata ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website or use our services. This policy provides information about the types of cookies we use, the purposes for which we use them, and how you can manage or disable them.
What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They store information about your browsing activities and enable certain features and functionalities. Cookies may be session-based (temporary) or persistent (stored on your device until deleted).
How do we use Cookies?
We use cookies to collect and analyze information about how users interact with our website and services. The data obtained helps us improve our website's performance, understand user preferences, and provide a more personalized experience. The information we collect through cookies includes:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Operating system
- Referring website
- Pages visited
- Time spent on each page
- Clicks and interactions
- Other analytics data
We use the following cookies:
- Strictly necessary cookies. These are cookies that are required for the operation of our website. They include, for example, cookies that enable you to log into secure areas of our website, use a shopping cart or make use of e-billing services.
- Analytical or performance cookies. These allow us to recognise and count the number of visitors and to see how visitors move around our website when they are using it. This helps us to improve the way our website works, for example, by ensuring that users are finding what they are looking for easily.
- Functionality cookies. These are used to recognise you when you return to our website. This enables us to personalise our content for you, greet you by name and remember your preferences (for example, your choice of language or region).
- Marketing cookies. These cookies record your visit to our website, the pages you have visited and the links you have followed.
You can find more information about the individual cookies we use and the purposes for which we use them in the table below:
| Title | Origin | Name | Class | Purpose | Default Expiry Length | Shared With | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session | Sonata | __ | Essential | To keep track of your session between page loads and handle your login status. | 1 month | None |
Managing and Disabling Cookies
Unless we have a record of prior consent, we will not set any non essential cookies until you have agreed to receive them. This can be done through a pop-up which appears on our main platform: https://sonata.social and on our informational site: https://info.sonata.social
You can manage or disable cookies by adjusting your browser settings. Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings options. However, please note that disabling certain cookies may impact the functionality and performance of our website.
To learn more about managing cookies in your specific browser, you can refer to the following links:
- Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
- Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/clear-cookies-and-site-data-firefox
- Apple Safari: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac
- Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/view-cookies-in-microsoft-edge-a7d95376-f2cd-8e4a-25dc-1de753474879
Data Retention
We retain the data collected through cookies for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Cookies Policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. The specific retention period may vary depending on the type of cookie and the purpose for which it was collected.
Data Security
We are committed to protecting the security of your information. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard the data collected through cookies against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Children's Privacy
Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child, we will take steps to delete such information.
Updates to this Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookies Policy, please contact us at cookies@sonata.social
Last updated: 06 May 25