Cookie Policy
Last Updated: October 4, 2025
Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Texas Music Café (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website texasmusiccafe.org. This policy is part of our Privacy Policy and applies to all visitors worldwide.
We use CookieYes to manage cookie consent and ensure compliance with international privacy regulations including GDPR (EU), CCPA (California), LGPD (Brazil), PIPEDA (Canada), and other global privacy laws.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and improve your browsing experience.
Cookies can be:
- First-party cookies: Set directly by texasmusiccafe.org
- Third-party cookies: Set by external services we use (analytics, social media, etc.)
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They enable basic features like page navigation, security, and access to secure areas.
Examples:
- Session cookies that remember your actions during a browsing session
- Security cookies to authenticate users and prevent fraudulent use
- Load-balancing cookies to distribute website traffic
- CookieYes consent cookies to remember your cookie preferences
Legal basis: These cookies are necessary for the legitimate operation of our website.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, helping us understand traffic patterns and improve user experience. All information is aggregated and anonymous.
Examples:
- Google Analytics cookies to track page views, session duration, and traffic sources
- Heatmap tools to understand how users interact with our pages
- Error tracking to identify and fix technical issues
Legal basis: We use these cookies based on your consent or legitimate interest in improving our website.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences, language choices, and region.
Examples:
- Language preference cookies
- Volume settings for music players
- Display preferences (layout, font size)
- Location-based content customization
Legal basis: These cookies are used based on your consent or to fulfill services you’ve requested.
Targeting and Advertising Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness. They may be set by our advertising partners.
Examples:
- Social media advertising pixels (Facebook, Instagram)
- Retargeting cookies to show relevant ads on other websites
- Conversion tracking for event ticket sales or donations
Legal basis: These cookies require your explicit consent in most jurisdictions.
Social Media Cookies
These cookies are set by social media platforms when you interact with social sharing buttons or view embedded content from social networks.
Examples:
- Facebook, Instagram, Twitter sharing buttons
- YouTube or Vimeo embedded video players
- Spotify or SoundCloud embedded music players
Legal basis: These cookies require your consent and are governed by the respective social media platform’s privacy policy.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure website functionality – Enable essential features and security
- Remember your preferences – Language, location, display settings
- Analyze website performance – Understand traffic patterns and user behavior
- Improve user experience – Optimize navigation and content
- Provide personalized content – Show relevant events and music based on your interests
- Support our mission – Track donation and ticket conversion rates
- Enable social sharing – Allow you to share Texas music content on social platforms
- Comply with legal requirements – Maintain records as required by law
International Compliance
We are committed to complying with privacy regulations worldwide, including:
European Union – GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
- We obtain explicit consent before setting non-essential cookies
- You can withdraw consent at any time
- We honor all GDPR rights including access, deletion, and data portability
- Data transfers outside the EU are protected by appropriate safeguards
United Kingdom – UK GDPR and PECR
- We comply with UK-specific cookie consent requirements
- We honor all UK data protection rights
California, USA – CCPA/CPRA
- We provide clear notice of data collection
- You can opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we don’t sell data)
- We don’t discriminate against users who exercise privacy rights
Brazil – LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados)
- We provide clear information about data processing
- We obtain consent for non-essential cookies
- You can revoke consent at any time
Canada – PIPEDA
- We obtain meaningful consent for data collection
- You can access and correct your information
Australia – Privacy Act
- We comply with Australian Privacy Principles
- We provide clear notice of data collection practices
Other Jurisdictions
We respect privacy laws in all countries and regions, adapting our practices to meet local requirements.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Using Our Cookie Consent Tool (CookieYes)
When you first visit texasmusiccafe.org, you’ll see a cookie consent banner powered by CookieYes. You can:
- Accept All Cookies – Consent to all cookie categories
- Reject All – Accept only strictly necessary cookies
- Customize Settings – Choose specific cookie categories
- View Details – See which cookies are used and their purposes
You can change your preferences at any time by:
- Clicking the cookie settings icon (usually in the bottom corner of the page)
- Clicking “Cookie Settings” in our website footer
- Visiting our Cookie Settings page
Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your web browser:
Google Chrome:
- Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Choose your preferred option
Mozilla Firefox:
- Settings → Privacy & Security
- Select “Custom” under Enhanced Tracking Protection
Safari:
- Preferences → Privacy
- Manage cookies and website data
Microsoft Edge:
- Settings → Cookies and site permissions
- Manage and delete cookies
Mobile Browsers:
- Similar options available in mobile browser settings
- Look for “Privacy” or “Site Settings”
Opt-Out Tools
You can also opt-out of specific tracking:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-out
- Digital Advertising Alliance: DAA Opt-out
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: EDAA Opt-out
Important Note: If you block or delete cookies, some features of our website may not work properly, and your preferences may not be saved.
Third-Party Cookies and Services
We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:
Analytics and Performance
- Google Analytics – Website traffic analysis
Content Delivery
- YouTube – Embedded video content
- Vimeo – Embedded video content
- Spotify – Embedded music players
- SoundCloud – Embedded audio players
Social Media
- Facebook/Meta – Social sharing and advertising
- Instagram – Social sharing
- Twitter/X – Social sharing
Payment Processing
- Stripe – Donation and ticket payment processing
- PayPal – Payment processing
Email Marketing
- [Add your email service provider and privacy policy link]
Other Services
- [List any other third-party services you use]
Each third-party service has its own privacy and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review.
Cookie Duration
Cookies may remain on your device for different periods:
Session Cookies:
- Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser
- Used for essential website functionality
Persistent Cookies:
- Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted
- Duration varies from days to years depending on purpose
- Examples:
- Analytics cookies: Typically 2 years
- Preference cookies: 1 year
- Consent cookies: 12 months
- Advertising cookies: Up to 2 years
You can view specific cookie durations in our Cookie Settings tool.
Cookies for International Visitors
We welcome visitors from around the world. Our cookie practices respect international privacy standards:
- Geolocation-based consent: CookieYes automatically adapts consent requirements based on your location
- Language options: Cookie banner available in multiple languages
- Regional compliance: Different consent mechanisms for different jurisdictions
- Data localization: We respect data residency requirements where applicable
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect:
- Changes in cookie technologies
- New privacy regulations
- Updates to our services and third-party tools
- User feedback and best practices
We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
- Displaying a notice on our website
- Re-prompting for consent when required by law
Your continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Your Rights and How to Exercise Them
Depending on your location, you have various rights regarding cookies and personal data:
Universal Rights
- Right to information: Understand what cookies we use and why
- Right to consent: Give or withhold consent for non-essential cookies
- Right to withdraw consent: Change your mind at any time
- Right to object: Object to certain types of processing
Additional Rights (GDPR, UK GDPR, LGPD, etc.)
- Access your personal data
- Request deletion of your data
- Request data portability
- Lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities
How to Exercise Your Rights
- Cookie Preferences: Use our Cookie Settings tool
- Privacy Requests: Contact us at [[email protected]]
- Complaints: Contact your local data protection authority
We will respond to your requests within the legally required timeframe (typically 30 days).
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Texas Music Café
Email: [[email protected]]
Phone: [Your phone number]
Address: [Your physical address]
For GDPR-specific inquiries (EU/UK residents):
Data Protection Officer: [[email protected]]
For LGPD-specific inquiries (Brazil residents):
Data Protection Officer: [[email protected]]
Related Policies
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please review:
Cookie Declaration
Below is our current cookie declaration. This list is automatically updated by CookieYes and reflects the actual cookies found on our website.
To view the complete, up-to-date list of cookies we use, please visit our Cookie Settings page or use the cookie consent tool at the bottom of our website.
The cookie list is dynamically generated by CookieYes based on regular scans of texasmusiccafe.org.