Last updated: 24 September 2026
This notice explains the cookies and similar technologies (pixels, tags and local storage) used on dancetotheradio.com, on Artist websites we run and on Artist link and pre-save pages. It forms part of our Privacy Notice.
1. What cookies are
Cookies are small files saved on your device when you visit a website. Pixels and tags are small pieces of code that do a similar job. Some are needed for the site to work. Others help us understand how the site is used or show you relevant ads on other platforms.
2. Your choices
When you first visit, a banner lets you accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or choose which types to allow. Non-essential cookies only load after you agree. You can change your choice at any time:
You can also block or delete cookies in your browser settings. If you block essential cookies, the basket and checkout may not work.
3. Essential cookies
These keep the store working and remember your cookie choice. They do not need your consent.
| Cookie | Set by | What it does | How long |
|---|---|---|---|
| _shopify_essential, secure_customer_sig | Shopify | Keeps you signed in and the store secure | Session to 1 year |
| cart, cart_currency, cart_sig | Shopify | Remembers what is in your basket | Up to 2 weeks |
| localization, _shopify_country | Shopify | Remembers your country and currency | Up to 1 year |
| _tracking_consent | Shopify | Stores your cookie choice | 1 year |
| keep_alive | Shopify | Keeps the checkout session active | 30 minutes |
4. Analytics cookies
These tell us how many people visit, which pages they view and where they came from, so we can improve the site. We only use them if you agree.
| Cookie | Set by | What it does | How long |
|---|---|---|---|
| _shopify_y, _shopify_s, _shopify_sa_t, _shopify_sa_p | Shopify | Store statistics such as visits and sales | 30 minutes to 1 year |
| _ga, _ga_[ID] | Google Analytics | Distinguishes visitors and measures site use | Up to 14 months |
5. Advertising cookies and pixels
These measure our ads and let us show Artist ads to people who have visited our pages or bought from us. The platforms may combine this with other information they hold about you. We only use them if you agree.
| Cookie | Set by | What it does | How long |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp, fr | Meta (Facebook, Instagram) | Measures ad results and builds audiences of site visitors | Up to 3 months |
| _ttp, ttcsid | TikTok | Measures ad results and builds audiences of site visitors | Up to 13 months |
| _gcl_au, IDE | Google Ads | Measures ad results and shows relevant Google and YouTube ads | Up to 13 months |
6. Embedded content and other sites
Some pages include videos, music players or maps from other services. These services may set their own cookies when you play or view the content. We do not control them.
| Service | Examples | More information |
|---|---|---|
| YouTube | YSC, VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE | Google cookie policy |
| Spotify and Apple Music players | Player and login cookies | Spotify cookie policy |
| feature.fm link and pre-save pages | Pixels from Meta, TikTok and Google, only with your consent on that page | feature.fm privacy policy |
Artist websites we run use the same types of cookies and show their own cookie banner.
7. More information
Cookie names can change when the platforms update their tools. This list shows what our store uses at the date above. For how each platform uses data, see the privacy policies of Meta, TikTok, Google and Shopify.
Questions about cookies: info@dancetotheradio.com. You can also complain to the Information Commissioner's Office at ico.org.uk/make-a-complaint.