Artful Networks Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Artful Networks ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website, www.artfulnetworks.com ("Website"). It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.
What are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Artful Networks) are called "first party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third party cookies." Third party cookies enable third party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website (e.g., advertising, interactive content and analytics). The parties that set these third party cookies can recognize your computer both when it visits the website in question and also when it visits certain other websites.
Why do we use Cookies?
We use first party and third-party cookies for several reasons. Some cookies are required for our Website to operate (Essential Cookies). Other cookies enable us to track and target the interests of our users to enhance the experience on our Online Properties. For example, we use cookies to:
- Help us remember your information so you will not have to re-enter it;
- Track and understand how you use our Website;
- Improve and update our Website based on usage data;
- Customize the content and advertisements that you see while on our Website;
- Support security measures;
- Administer our Website and diagnose problems.
Types of Cookies We Use
The specific types of first and third party cookies served through our Website and the purposes they perform are described in more detail below:
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are strictly necessary to provide you with services available through our Website and to use some of its features, such as access to secure areas. Because these cookies are strictly necessary to deliver the Website, you cannot refuse them.
- Performance and Functionality Cookies: These cookies are used to enhance the performance and functionality of our Website but are non-essential to its use. However, without these cookies, certain functionality (like videos) may become unavailable.
- Analytics and Customization Cookies: These cookies collect information that is used either in aggregate form to help us understand how our Website is being used or how effective our marketing campaigns are, or to help us customize our Website for you. For example, these cookies help us remember your preferences and tailor the Website to provide enhanced features.
- Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to make advertising messages more relevant to you. They perform functions like preventing the same ad from continuously reappearing, ensuring that ads are properly displayed for advertisers, and in some cases selecting advertisements that are based on your interests.
Specific Cookies Used
Here's a detailed breakdown of the cookies you might encounter on Artful Networks:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Provider | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users. | Google Analytics | 2 years | Performance |
| _gid | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users. | Google Analytics | 24 hours | Performance |
| _gat | Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate. | Google Analytics | 1 minute | Performance |
| cookieConsent | Stores user's cookie consent preferences. | Artful Networks | 1 year | Essential |
| SessionID | Maintains user session information. | Artful Networks | Session | Essential |
How can you control Cookies?
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by adjusting the settings in your web browser.
- Browser Controls: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. These settings will typically be found in the "options" or "preferences" menu of your browser. You can usually modify your browser setting to decline cookies if you prefer. To find out more about how to manage and delete cookies, visit the help section of your browser or www.allaboutcookies.org.
- Specific Opt-Outs: For certain cookies, such as those used for analytics or advertising, you may be able to opt-out directly by using tools provided by the third-party provider. For example, you can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
Please note that if you choose to reject cookies, you may still use our Website, though your access to some functionality and areas of our Website may be restricted.
Updates to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time in order to reflect, for example, changes to the cookies we use or for other operational, legal or regulatory reasons. Please therefore re-visit this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.
The date at the top of this Cookie Policy indicates when it was last updated.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please contact us at:
Artful Networks
Kiyomi Tanaka & Aiko Nakamura
81-82 Tomoecho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-0863, Japan
Japan
Email: privacy@grivenfield.com
Phone: +81 75-254-8331
Policy Authors:
Professor Hiroshi Sato, Legal Counsel
Dr. Sakura Inoue, Data Protection Officer
We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Cookie Policy is designed to provide transparency about our use of cookies and to empower you to make informed decisions about your online privacy.
This policy is effective as of January 1, 2024.