This Cookie Policy explains how Bulldog Studios (“we”, “us”, “our”, or “the Company”) uses cookies, tracking technologies, analytics systems, pixels, tags, device identifiers, and related mechanisms (“Cookies”) on our website (“Site”). By accessing or using our Site, you consent to the use of Cookies as described in this Policy unless you disable them through your browser or device. This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
What Cookies Are
Cookies are small data files placed on your device when you browse a website. They serve essential technical functions and allow us to deliver a secure, optimized, and personalized experience. Cookies may store information such as browser type, session duration, user preferences, login state, device characteristics, navigation paths, and interaction patterns.
Why We Use Cookies
We use Cookies to support the core functionality and performance of our Site. Common purposes include:
- Ensuring the Site loads correctly and operates securely
- Remembering user preferences such as language or region
- Maintaining login sessions and authentication status
- Analyzing visitor behavior to improve functionality and content layout
- Providing personalized experiences and recommendations
- Measuring advertising performance or supporting retargeting
- Monitoring device type, screen size, and performance to improve UI/UX
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These Cookies are vital for our Site to function. They enable features such as navigation, security, form submissions, firewall validation, session identification, and content delivery. Without these Cookies, certain services cannot be provided.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These Cookies collect aggregated or pseudonymized data about how visitors use our Site. They help us understand:
- Which pages are most frequently visited
- How users navigate through the Site
- Where users encounter errors or slowdowns
- How long visitors stay on each section
- What browser, device, or operating system they use
We use this information to optimize page speed, resource usage, layout decisions, and overall user experience.
Functionality Cookies
Functionality Cookies allow us to remember user-specific settings, including:
- Preferred interface settings
- Saved equipment or service selections
- Dashboard layouts or recently visited pages
- Customized audio or visual controls within embedded players
Advertising and Targeting Cookies
These Cookies help us deliver relevant promotional content and measure campaign effectiveness. They may:
- Create anonymized audience segments
- Track how users engage with ads across platforms
- Support retargeting to visitors who previously interacted with our Site
- Provide frequency capping to avoid repetitive ad exposure
Social Media Cookies
Social media platforms may deploy Cookies when you engage with embedded features such as:
- Share or like buttons
- Embedded videos or playlists
- External login or identity verification
- Social media feeds or comment widgets
Third-Party Cookies
We collaborate with third-party service providers that may place Cookies on your device when using our Site. These partners may include:
- Analytics: Google Analytics, Hotjar, Microsoft Clarity, Meta Pixel
- Advertising: Google Ads, Meta Ads, TikTok Ads
- Content delivery & performance: Cloudflare, CDN networks
- Embedded media: YouTube, Vimeo, Spotify, SoundCloud
These third parties may use the collected data according to their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their documentation for detailed information.
Cookie Duration
Cookies are generally categorized by how long they remain stored on your device:
Session Cookies
Temporary files that are deleted once you close your browser. Used primarily for authentication, form submissions, and navigation.
Persistent Cookies
Stored for a predefined period ranging from several days to multiple years. Commonly used for analytics, user preferences, personalization, and advertising.
Examples of Cookies Used
The table below illustrates common Cookies we may deploy:
| Cookie Name | Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Analytics | Tracks user interactions and measures site usage patterns. | 2 years |
| _cf_bm | Security | Identifies and mitigates bot traffic via Cloudflare. | 30 minutes |
| session_id | Essential | Maintains active session during browsing. | Session |
| cookie_consent | Essential | Stores your cookie preference choices. | 12 months |
How to Manage Cookies
Most browsers allow users to control or block Cookies. Common actions include:
- Blocking all Cookies
- Blocking third-party Cookies
- Clearing browsing data or stored Cookies
- Setting exceptions for specific websites
- Activating anti-tracking preferences
Instructions for cookie management are available in browser support pages such as:
- Chrome Help Center
- Firefox Support
- Apple Safari Support
- Microsoft Edge Support
Please note that disabling Cookies may affect the usability of core features including booking forms, dashboards, embedded players, or account functions.
Consent and Withdrawal
Upon initial visit, you may encounter a cookie banner or preferences panel. You have the ability to accept all Cookies or customize your selections. You may withdraw your consent at any time by modifying your browser settings or clearing stored Cookies.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect new technology, regulatory requirements, or changes in our Site’s functionality. All updates will be posted here with a revised “Last Updated” date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy or data handling practices, please contact us:
Bulldog Studios – Legal & Compliance
Email: support@bulldogstudios.com
Website: www.bulldogstudios.com