Last updated: March 22, 2026 · Effective: March 22, 2026
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide analytical and advertising data to website operators and third parties.
Cookies can be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted).
THE ARIA PROJECT uses cookies and similar tracking technologies for the following purposes:
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous statistical data.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number as a client identifier | Persistent | 2 years |
| _ga_[ID] | Used by GA4 to maintain session state | Persistent | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes users for analytics | Persistent | 24 hours |
| _gat | Throttles request rate to limit data collection on high-traffic sites | Session | 1 minute |
Data sent to: Google LLC, United States
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We use the Meta Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our advertising, build custom audiences for ad targeting, and enable remarketing on Facebook and Instagram.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Identifies browsers for ad delivery and measurement on behalf of advertisers | Persistent | 90 days |
| fr | Delivers, measures, and improves the relevancy of ads. Tracks users across websites | Persistent | 90 days |
| _fbc | Stores Facebook click identifier for conversion attribution | Persistent | 90 days |
Data sent to: Meta Platforms, Inc., United States
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We embed YouTube videos on our Website. YouTube may set cookies when you interact with embedded video content.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE | Estimates user bandwidth to determine optimal video player interface | Persistent | 6 months |
| YSC | Registers a unique ID to track which videos the user has viewed | Session | Session |
| PREF | Stores user video player preferences | Persistent | 8 months |
| GPS | Registers a unique ID on mobile devices to enable tracking based on geographical GPS location | Session | 30 minutes |
Data sent to: Google LLC, United States
We use Google Fonts for typography. When your browser loads font files, Google receives your IP address and basic request information. Google Fonts does not set cookies directly, but the font file requests are logged by Google's servers.
Data sent to: Google LLC, United States
More info: Google Fonts Privacy FAQ
Some cookies on our Website are placed by third parties (Google, Meta) rather than by us directly. We do not control these cookies. The third parties' use of cookies is governed by their own privacy policies, linked in the tables above.
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can control cookies through the following methods:
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here's how:
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" feature. There is currently no industry consensus on how to respond to DNT signals. We currently treat GPC signals as opt-out requests per CCPA requirements.
If you choose to disable or reject cookies:
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in cookies we use or for regulatory, operational, or legal reasons. We will post the revised version on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.
For any questions about our use of cookies, contact us at:
THE ARIA PROJECT
Email: [email protected]
Location: Mexico