COOKIE POLICY

Last Updated: June 17, 2025

1. INTRODUCTION

This Cookie Policy explains how Social Beat Digital Limited (UK), Social Beat, Inc. (USA), and SP Studioz (OPC) Private Limited (India) (collectively "Social Beat Digital," "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website socialbeatdigital.com (the "Site").

This policy provides you with clear and comprehensive information about the cookies we use, why we use them, and your choices regarding cookies.

2. WHAT ARE COOKIES?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help the website remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and settings, which can make your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.

2.1 Types of Storage Technologies We Use

  • Cookies: Small text files stored on your device

  • Local Storage: Larger data storage in your browser

  • Session Storage: Temporary storage cleared when browser closes

  • Pixels/Web Beacons: Invisible images that track user behavior

  • JavaScript Tags: Code snippets that collect information

  • SDKs: Software development kits in mobile applications

3. CATEGORIES OF COOKIES WE USE

3.1 Essential/Strictly Necessary Cookies

Purpose: Required for website operation Duration: Session Can be disabled: No (website won't function properly)

Examples:

  • Session management

  • Security tokens

  • Load balancing

  • User authentication

  • Form submissions

3.2 Performance/Analytics Cookies

Purpose: Understand how visitors use our Site Duration: 2 years Can be disabled: Yes

Examples:

  • Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat)

  • Hotjar (behavior tracking)

  • Page view statistics

  • Bounce rates

  • Traffic sources

3.3 Functionality Cookies

Purpose: Remember your preferences Duration: 1 year Can be disabled: Yes

Examples:

  • Language preferences

  • Region settings

  • Font size

  • Video player settings

  • Chat widget preferences

3.4 Marketing/Advertising Cookies

Purpose: Deliver relevant ads and track campaign effectiveness Duration: 1-2 years Can be disabled: Yes

Examples:

  • Facebook Pixel

  • Google Ads Remarketing

  • LinkedIn Insight Tag

  • Twitter Conversion Tracking

  • YouTube embedded videos

3.5 Social Media Cookies

Purpose: Enable social media features Duration: Varies Can be disabled: Yes

Examples:

  • Social share buttons

  • Social media feeds

  • Login with social accounts

  • Embedded social content

4. SPECIFIC COOKIES WE USE

5. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

We use services from third parties that may set cookies:

  • Google (Analytics, Ads, YouTube, Maps)

  • Facebook (Pixel, Social plugins)

  • LinkedIn (Insights, Social features)

  • Twitter (Conversion tracking, Embedded tweets)

  • Instagram (Embedded posts)

  • Vimeo/YouTube (Video players)

  • Live Chat providers (Intercom, Drift, etc.)

  • Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal)

6. HOW WE USE COOKIES

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure website functionality and security

  • Remember your preferences and settings

  • Analyze Site performance and user behavior

  • Personalize your experience based on interests

  • Deliver targeted advertising on other platforms

  • Measure marketing campaign effectiveness

  • Detect and prevent fraudulent activity

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Improve our services based on usage patterns

7. YOUR COOKIE CHOICES

7.1 Cookie Consent

When you first visit our Site, you'll see a cookie banner allowing you to:

  • Accept all cookies

  • Reject non-essential cookies

  • Customize cookie preferences

7.2 Browser Controls

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies Edge: Settings → Privacy, Search, and Services → Cookies Opera: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies

7.3 Opt-Out Options

7.4 Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" feature. Our Site does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can use the opt-out options above.

8. COOKIE MANAGEMENT

8.1 Updating Your Preferences

You can update your cookie preferences at any time by:

  • Clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer

  • Clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our Site

  • Emailing us at [email protected]

8.2 Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies:

  • Some features may not work properly

  • You may need to re-enter information

  • Personalization features will be limited

  • Analytics tracking will be disabled

  • Social media features may not function

9. COOKIES ON MOBILE DEVICES

Mobile devices have additional controls:

  • iOS: Settings → Safari → Block Cookies

  • Android: Chrome → Settings → Site Settings → Cookies

  • App-based controls: Check individual app settings

For mobile apps, we may use SDKs that function similarly to cookies.

10. COOKIES IN EMAILS

Our marketing emails may contain:

  • Tracking pixels to measure open rates

  • Link tracking to measure click-through rates

  • Engagement metrics to improve our communications

You can disable image loading in your email client to block tracking pixels.

11. INTERNATIONAL VISITORS

11.1 EU/UK Visitors (GDPR)

We comply with GDPR requirements:

  • Obtain consent before setting non-essential cookies

  • Provide clear information about cookie use

  • Allow granular control over cookie categories

  • Respect your choices across our services

11.2 California Visitors (CCPA)

California residents have the right to:

  • Know what cookies collect personal information

  • Opt-out of the sale of personal information

  • Non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

12. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our Site is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly use cookies to collect information from children.

13. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:

  • Changes in our cookies or purposes

  • Legal or regulatory requirements

  • New technologies or services

We'll notify you of significant changes through:

  • Website banner notification

  • Email (for registered users)

  • Update date modification

14. CONTACT US

For questions about our Cookie Policy:

Social Beat Digital Email: [email protected] Phone: +1 650-285-8952

Data Protection Queries: Email: [email protected] (Subject: Cookie Policy Query)

Offices:

  • India: Maharashtra

  • USA: Delaware

  • UK: London