This Cookies Policy explains how Golden Hour Studios ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, goldenhourstudios.com (the "Website"). It explains what cookies are, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the website. Cookies can also be used to remember your preferences, such as your language settings or login details.
We use cookies for a variety of purposes, including:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Maintains user session across pages. | Session | Essential |
| _ga | Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Used to distinguish users. | 24 hours | Analytics |
| _gat | Used to throttle request rate. If Google Analytics is deployed via Google Tag Manager, this cookie will be named _dc_gtm_. | 1 minute | Analytics |
| cookieconsent_status | Remembers if the user has accepted the cookie policy. | 1 year | Functionality |
| ads_user_data | Used for targeted advertising via Google Ads. | 1 year | Advertising |
| conversion_id | Tracks ad conversions | 30 days | Advertising |
You can manage your cookie preferences by adjusting the settings in your web browser. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, as well as to control which cookies are allowed to be placed on your device. However, please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of the Website and your ability to access certain features.
Here are some links to the cookie management instructions for the most popular web browsers:
You can also opt-out of certain types of cookies, such as advertising cookies, by visiting the following websites:
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use third-party cookies on the Website. These cookies are placed by third-party service providers, such as Google Analytics and social media platforms, and are used to collect information about your browsing behavior across different websites. We do not have direct control over these cookies, and we encourage you to review the privacy policies of the third-party service providers for more information about their cookie practices.
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie practices or applicable laws. We will post any changes to the Cookies Policy on the Website, and we encourage you to review it periodically.
If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy, please contact us at:
Golden Hour Studios
555 California Street, Suite 100
San Francisco, CA 94104
Phone: (415) 555-0100
Email: [email protected]
This Cookies Policy was last updated on October 26, 2025.
Golden Hour Studios is committed to protecting your privacy. We believe in transparency, and this Cookies Policy is designed to inform you about how we use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. We regularly review and update our policies to ensure they align with best practices and legal requirements. Our Data Protection Officer, Eleanor Vance, oversees our privacy practices and can be contacted for any inquiries at [email protected].
We also utilize cookies to personalize content and tailor advertising, ensuring that the information you see is relevant to your interests. These cookies help us understand what services you might be most interested in and how we can improve our website to better meet your needs. By understanding your preferences, we can offer a more customized and efficient browsing experience, allowing you to quickly find the studio spaces and resources that are most relevant to your photography projects.
Please be aware that disabling certain cookies may impact your ability to fully utilize all features of our website. For example, if you disable cookies that remember your login details, you may need to re-enter your credentials each time you visit a new page. Similarly, blocking performance cookies will prevent us from gathering data about your browsing habits, which helps us identify areas for improvement on our website. We encourage you to carefully consider your cookie settings to strike a balance between privacy and functionality.
In addition to the cookies listed above, we may occasionally use temporary cookies for specific promotions or surveys. These cookies are typically short-lived and are used to track your participation in the promotion or survey. They are deleted automatically once the promotion or survey is complete. These cookies are essential for ensuring the integrity of our promotions and providing accurate results for our surveys.
We partner with trusted third-party providers who adhere to strict privacy standards. We conduct thorough due diligence to ensure that these providers comply with all applicable data protection regulations. These providers may use cookies to deliver services such as analytics, advertising, and social media integration. While we strive to maintain control over the use of cookies on our website, we cannot guarantee that these third-party providers will always adhere to the same standards as us. We encourage you to review their privacy policies for more information about their cookie practices.
If you have any concerns or questions about our use of cookies, please do not hesitate to contact our customer support team. We are committed to providing you with prompt and helpful assistance. You can reach us by phone, email, or through the contact form on our website. We value your feedback and are always looking for ways to improve our privacy practices. We are dedicated to addressing your concerns in a timely and effective manner.
We regularly monitor developments in cookie technology and data protection regulations. As new technologies and regulations emerge, we may need to update this Cookies Policy. We will notify you of any significant changes to this policy by posting a notice on our website or by sending you an email. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices.