Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on our website, and what choices you have regarding their use.

Last updated: October 26, 2026

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be "persistent" (remain on your device until they expire or are deleted) or "session" cookies (temporary and deleted when you close your browser).

Types of cookies we use

We use the following types of cookies on our website:

1. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt-out of these cookies as they are necessary for the website to work.

1.1 Language preference cookie ("site_lang")

Purpose: Remembers your language preference so the website displays in your chosen language on subsequent visits.
When set: When you select a language using the language switcher or via URL parameter (?lang=).
Duration: 1 year
Type: First-party, persistent cookie

1.2 WordPress authentication cookies

Purpose: These cookies keep you logged in to your account and maintain your session across different pages of the website. They are essential for accessing your account and using personalized features.
When set: When you log in, register, or authenticate via third-party services (e.g., Google).
Duration: Varies: session cookies (until browser closes) and persistent cookies (up to 14 days if "Remember me" is selected, or 2 days by default).
Type: First-party, session and persistent cookies
Cookies used: wordpress_logged_in_*, wordpress_*, wp-settings-*, wp-settings-time-*

1.3 User country cookie ("ks_user_country")

Purpose: Stores your detected country location to provide location-based features and improve user experience.
When set: Automatically when you first visit the website, based on your IP address.
Duration: 24 hours
Type: First-party, persistent cookie

1.4 Event view tracking cookies ("ks_event_view_*")

Purpose: Prevents duplicate counting of event views to ensure accurate statistics. Each event has its own unique cookie.
When set: When you view an event page for the first time.
Duration: 24 hours
Type: First-party, persistent cookie

Legal basis for processing

We process cookies based on the following legal grounds:

Essential cookies: These are necessary for the performance of a contract (providing website services) and our legitimate interest in ensuring website functionality.

How to manage cookies

You have several options to manage or disable cookies:

Browser settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete cookies, or notify you when cookies are being sent. However, please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

Here are links to cookie management instructions for popular browsers:

Third-party cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the setting of these cookies, so we recommend you check the third-party websites for more information about their cookies and how to manage them.

Updates to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when this policy was last revised.

Contact us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us through our website contact form or at the email address provided in our Privacy Policy.