Cookie Policy
How we use cookies and similar technologies on Degigs
Last updated: December 15, 2024
Essential
Required for basic functionality
Analytics
Help us improve the platform
Functional
Remember your preferences
Marketing
Personalized content
Degigs operates within the European Union and complies with GDPR and other EU data protection standards. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies to operate our marketplace, connect artists and industry professionals across Europe, and improve your experience on our platform.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device when you visit them. They help websites remember information about your visit, making your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.
Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage, which serve similar purposes. In this policy, we refer to all these technologies collectively as "cookies."
2. Why We Use Cookies
Degigs uses cookies to:
- Provide essential website functionality
- Remember your login status and preferences
- Analyze how visitors use our platform
- Improve our services and user experience
- Provide relevant content and features
- Protect against fraud and enhance security
- Enable third-party integrations
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your login session | Session |
| csrf_token | Security protection | Session |
| auth_state | Authentication status | 30 days |
| cookie_consent | Records your cookie preferences | 1 year |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance functionality and personalization:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme_preference | Remember dark/light theme choice | 1 year |
| language_preference | Remember language selection | 1 year |
| search_filters | Remember your search preferences | 30 days |
| notification_settings | Remember notification preferences | 6 months |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:
| Service | Purpose | Data Collected |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Website usage analytics | Page views, sessions, user behavior |
| Hotjar | User experience insights | Heatmaps, recordings, feedback |
| Internal Analytics | Feature usage tracking | Feature interactions, performance |
Marketing Cookies
These cookies enable personalized marketing and advertising:
| Service | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Facebook Pixel | Social media advertising | 90 days |
| Google Ads | Search and display advertising | 90 days |
| LinkedIn Insight | Professional network advertising | 90 days |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services. We use these partners to provide enhanced functionality and insights:
Payment Processors
- Stripe: Secure payment processing
- PayPal: Alternative payment option
- Mollie: European payment services
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Cookie Settings
You can control your cookie preferences through our cookie banner when you first visit the site, or by accessing the cookie settings in your account preferences.
Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete existing cookies
- Block all cookies or cookies from specific sites
- Set preferences for accepting cookies
Browser-Specific Instructions
Chrome
Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox
Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Edge
Settings → Site permissions → Cookies and site data
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on Degigs:
Essential Cookies
Disabling these will prevent core functionality like logging in, booking, and payments.
Functional Cookies
You'll need to reset preferences each visit, and some features may not work properly.
Analytics Cookies
We won't be able to improve the platform based on usage data, but functionality remains intact.
Marketing Cookies
You may see less relevant ads and content, but the platform will function normally.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will:
- Update the "last modified" date at the top of this policy
- Notify you through our cookie banner if changes are significant
- Send email notifications for major changes to cookie handling
- Provide clear information about what has changed
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us:
Email: contact@degigs.com
For more information about how we process your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.