This Cookie Statement explains how PartyEntry uses cookies and similar technologies to recognise users who visit our websites or mobile applications.
Cookies Explained
Cookies are small data files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work and provide reporting information.
Types of Cookies
- First Party Cookies: Cookies set by PartyEntry
- Third Party Cookies: Cookies set by other services (Stripe, Google, etc.)
Cookie Categories Used by PartyEntry
1. Essential First Party Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are essential for the platform to function and cannot be disabled without breaking core functionality.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| sb-access-token | Authentication token | Session |
| sb-refresh-token | Session refresh | 7 days |
| NEXT_LOCALE | Language preference | 1 year |
Legal Basis: These cookies are strictly necessary to provide the Services you have requested. Under GDPR Article 6(1)(b), consent is not required for essential cookies.
2. Analytics and Customization Cookies
PartyEntry uses Google Analytics 4 to understand how users interact with our platform and to improve Services.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguish unique users | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguish users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Throttle request rate | 1 minute |
Privacy Protection:
- • IP addresses anonymized (last octet removed)
- • No personally identifiable information collected
- • EU data centers used where possible
- • Consent required via cookie banner before tracking
- • Opt-out available - platform works fully without analytics
3. Marketing and Advertising Cookies
Current Status: NOT USED
PartyEntry does not use marketing or advertising cookies. We do not serve third-party advertising, and we do not track you across other websites.
4. Social Networking Cookies
Current Status: USED CONDITIONALLY (When You Use Social Login)
PartyEntry offers social login options. If you choose to use social login, the authentication provider may set cookies:
- Google Sign-In: Authentication cookies (SID, SSID, HSID, etc.)
- Facebook Login: Authentication cookies (c_user, xs, fr, etc.)
- Vipps Login: Session cookies for Norwegian BankID authentication
These cookies are only set if you actively choose to use social login. You can always use email/password authentication instead.
Controlling Cookies
You have control over cookies through your browser settings.
Browser Settings
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
What Happens If You Block Cookies?
Blocking Essential Cookies: You will not be able to log in, make purchases, or access secure areas of the platform.
Blocking Optional Cookies: The platform works fully without analytics cookies - we just won't track your usage patterns.
Cookie Consent Under GDPR
Essential Cookies
Under GDPR, consent is not required for strictly necessary cookies. PartyEntry's authentication and session cookies fall under this exception.
Optional Cookies
For non-essential cookies (analytics), PartyEntry implements a GDPR-compliant cookie consent banner:
On Your First Visit:
- • Banner explains cookie usage
- • Two clear choices: "Accept All Cookies" or "Essential Only"
- • Platform works fully with "Essential Only"
- • Change preferences anytime in Cookie Settings (footer link)
- • No non-essential cookies set until you make a choice
Third-Party Services
Stripe Payment Processing
When you proceed to checkout, you are redirected to Stripe's secure payment page. Stripe may set cookies for fraud detection and secure payment processing.
Stripe's cookies are covered by Stripe's privacy policy.
Google Maps
Event pages display venue locations using Google Maps. Google Maps may set cookies for displaying maps and API usage tracking.
Summary: What Cookies Does PartyEntry Use?
- ✓ Essential cookies (authentication, sessions) - No consent needed, required for platform
- ✓ Analytics cookies (Google Analytics) - Consent required via banner, helps us improve
- ✗ No marketing/advertising cookies - We don't track you across websites for ads
- ✓ Social login cookies (only if you use social login) - Your choice
- ✗ No cross-site tracking - No retargeting or surveillance
Further Information
If you have questions about PartyEntry's use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: privacy@partyentry.com
Subject: "Cookie Question"