Global Digital Heritage (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on https://globaldigitalheritage.org/ (the “Website”) to enhance your experience, understand how you use our services, and improve our offerings. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your language preference or login status.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
- Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our Website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies if you wish to use the services on our site. - Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Website (for example, which pages are visited most often). We use third-party analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics) to help us improve site performance and user experience. - Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow our Website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language or region) and provide enhanced, more personal features. - Targeting or Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver content and advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement, as well as to help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. - Third-Party Cookies
Some content or applications on our Website are served by third parties—for example, embedded videos or social media sharing buttons. These third parties may set cookies on your device to collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites.
| Type | Name | Purpose | Expiration | First-/Third-Party |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical | wordpress_[hash] | Stores authentication details (limited to the /wp-admin/ area). | Session | First-party |
| Technical | wordpress_logged_in_[hash] | Indicates when you’re logged in and identifies you. | Session | First-party |
| Preferences | wp-settings-{time}-[UID] | Stores personal dashboard and admin interface settings. | Session | First-party |
| Analytics | _ga | Used to distinguish users by assigning a randomly generated client identifier. | 2 years | Third-party |
| Analytics | _gid | Used to distinguish users by assigning a randomly generated client identifier. | 24 hours | Third-party |
| Analytics | _ga_<container-id> | Used to persist session state for Google Analytics. | 2 years | Third-party |
| Analytics | _gac_gb<container-id> | Contains campaign-related information. If you’ve linked your Google Analytics and Google Ads accounts, Google Ads conversion tags will read this cookie. | 90 days | Third-party |
3. How We Use Cookies
- Authenticate Users: Keep you logged in and secure during your session.
- Remember Preferences: Store your settings, such as language selection or display options.
- Analyze Usage: Measure site performance, track visitor behavior, and improve functionality.
- Deliver Relevant Content: Personalize content and advertising based on your interests.
- Enable Third-Party Features: Support embedded content and social media integration.
4. Your Cookie Choices
You can manage or disable cookies through your web browser settings. Below are general instructions; for detailed guidance, consult your browser’s help documentation:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari (macOS): Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Site permissions → Cookies and site data
You may also opt out of certain third-party cookies by visiting:
Please note that if you disable or block cookies, some parts of our Website may not function properly.
5. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. We will post the revised policy on this page with a new “Effective Date.” Your continued use of the Website after any changes signifies your acceptance of the updated policy.
6. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Email: gdh@globaldigitalheritage.org