Cookie Policy
Last updated: June 17, 2026
Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Shannon Associates, Inc. (“Shannon Associates,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at shannonassociates.com and related subdomains (the “Site”). This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we process personal data.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and supply information to site owners. Cookies can be “first-party” (set by the website you are visiting) or “third-party” (set by a different domain). They can also be “session” cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or “persistent” cookies (remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them).
Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies such as web beacons (also known as pixel tags or clear GIFs), local storage, and session storage. These technologies serve similar purposes to cookies and are covered by this policy. References to “cookies” in this policy include these similar technologies unless otherwise stated.
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies and technologies are essential for the Site to function properly. They enable core features such as secure access to your account and protection of our forms against abuse. Without these, the Site cannot function as intended. These do not require your consent under applicable law.
| Cookie / Technology | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| webRefreshToken | Keeps you securely signed in to your My Shannon account | 7 days |
| sa_consent (browser local storage) | Remembers your cookie consent choice | Until you clear it |
| Cloudflare Turnstile (e.g., cf_*) | Verifies you are not a bot when you submit our contact and submission forms | Session |
Functional Cookies
These technologies enable enhanced functionality and personalization in your My Shannon experience, such as remembering artists you have saved and your display preferences. If you do not allow these, some of these features may not function properly. Most are stored in your browser's local storage rather than as traditional cookies.
| Technology | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| shannon_favorites, shannon_saved_artists (local storage) | Remembers artists you have saved as favorites | Persistent |
| viewed_artists (local storage) | Remembers artists you have recently viewed | Persistent |
| view_preference (local storage) | Remembers your preferred gallery view (grid or list) | Persistent |
| board_help_dismissed (local storage) | Remembers that you dismissed an in-product help tip | Persistent |
Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Site, including which pages are visited most often and how visitors navigate between pages, and they help us measure the performance of our advertising. We use this data to improve the Site and to understand which campaigns bring visitors to us. These cookies are not set until you accept them through our consent banner.
| Cookie / Technology | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 — maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics — distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| sa_utm (session storage) | Remembers how you arrived at our Site (for example, from an advertising campaign) so we can measure which campaigns are effective | Session |
Marketing and Advertising Cookies
We do not use cookies to build advertising profiles about you or to serve you targeted advertisements on our Site. We do use Google Analytics, as described above, to understand how our Site is used and to measure the performance of our own advertising campaigns. Google may use the data it collects through Analytics in accordance with its own policies, including to contextualize and personalize ads in its advertising network. These analytics cookies are not set until you accept them through our consent banner. If we begin using dedicated advertising or retargeting cookies in the future, we will update this policy and obtain your consent before placing them.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our Site are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these third-party cookies. The third-party services we use that may set cookies or collect data include:
- Google Analytics: web analytics service provided by Google LLC. Google may use the data collected to contextualize and personalize ads in its own advertising network. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- Cloudflare Turnstile: a bot-protection service used on our forms, which may set cookies or use local storage to distinguish genuine visitors from automated traffic.
- Google Fonts: web font delivery service that may log your IP address. Google Fonts does not set cookies but makes network requests to Google servers.
- Amazon CloudFront: our content delivery network may set cookies for performance optimization and load balancing.
Your Cookie Choices
Consent
When you first visit our Site, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner allowing you to “Accept All” or “Reject All” non-essential cookies. Strictly necessary cookies and technologies cannot be disabled, as they are required for the Site to function. Non-essential cookies, including analytics, are not set until you accept them. You can change your choice at any time using the “Cookie Settings” link in our footer.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in your browser's “Options,” “Preferences,” or “Settings” menu. The following links provide guidance for popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of our Site and prevent certain features from working as intended.
Opt-Out Tools
In addition to browser settings and our consent banner, you can opt out of certain third-party advertising cookies using industry opt-out tools such as the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) opt-out page or the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) opt-out page.
Do Not Track
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature. There is no uniform standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals, and we do not honor Do Not Track signals at this time. You can manage your preferences using our consent banner, your browser settings, and the opt-out tools described in this policy.
Data Retention for Cookies
Session cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for the duration specified in the tables above or until you delete them manually through your browser settings. Analytics data collected via cookies is retained in aggregated form and is not associated with individual users after initial processing.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in technology, or changes in applicable law. When we make material changes, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. If we introduce new categories of cookies or significantly change how we use existing cookies, we will request your consent again where required by law.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Shannon Associates, Inc.
Email: info@shannonassociates.com
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.