Cookie policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Muted Symphony (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on mutedsymphony.com (the “Website”).

It should be read together with our Privacy Policy: https://mutedsymphony.com/privacy

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.

We may also use similar technologies that store or read information on your device, including:

• local storage;
• session storage;
• authentication tokens;
• and other browser-based storage technologies.

For simplicity, these technologies are collectively referred to as “cookies” in this policy.

For non-essential technologies, we request your consent through our cookie banner and preference panel.

You can:

• accept all non-essential categories;
• reject non-essential categories;
• or configure categories individually.

You may change or withdraw your choices at any time through the “Cookie Settings” interface available in the website footer.

Essential technologies may still store or access limited information on your device where strictly necessary for the operation, security, or delivery of the Services under applicable law.

3.1 Strictly Necessary (Essential)

These technologies are required for the Website and core Services to function correctly.

They may be used for:

• authentication and login sessions;
• Patreon sign-in flows;
• account security;
• session persistence;
• CSRF protection;
• consent storage;
• abuse prevention and rate limiting;
• infrastructure and operational stability.

These technologies are used based on our legitimate interests in operating secure and functional Services.

Because they are essential to the operation of the Website, they cannot be disabled through the cookie preference panel.

Typical duration:

• session-based;
• or limited persistence where reasonably required for authentication or security.

3.2 Preferences

If you allow this category, we may store non-essential interface or experience preferences using cookies or local storage.

This may include:

• display preferences;
• interface customization;
• player-related settings;
• or other usability-related options.

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR — consent.

Typical duration:

• session duration or several months depending on the stored preference.

3.3 Analytics

If you allow this category, we may collect limited, privacy-conscious usage information to better understand how the Website is used and how the Services can be improved.

Where implemented, this may include:

• anonymous or minimized session metrics;
• feature usage statistics;
• session entry and exit events;
• performance and stability monitoring.

Analytics information is designed to be proportionate and limited to what is reasonably necessary for understanding and improving the Services.

Where possible, we aim to avoid unnecessary third-party tracking or invasive profiling technologies.

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR — consent.

Typical duration:

• session duration or several months depending on the analytics function.

If you choose to authenticate using Patreon, Patreon may set or read cookies and process information under Patreon’s own privacy and cookie policies during the authentication process.

We do not control Patreon’s cookies or independent data processing activities.

Third-party infrastructure or operational providers may also process limited technical information where necessary to provide hosting, security, authentication, or related functionality.

Retention periods vary depending on the technology and purpose involved.

Some technologies are session-based and automatically removed when your browser closes, while others may persist for a limited period in order to:

• remember preferences;
• maintain authentication;
• preserve consent choices;
• or support security-related functions.

Most browsers allow you to:

• block cookies;
• delete stored cookies;
• or configure cookie behavior individually.

Please note that disabling strictly necessary technologies may affect functionality, authentication, or availability of certain parts of the Website.

Useful browser resources:

• Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
• Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/cookies-information-websites-store-on-your-computer
• Safari: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-and-website-data-sfri11471/mac
• Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/microsoft-edge

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes.

The latest version will always be available on this page together with the updated revision date.

For privacy or cookie-related questions, please contact:

privacy@mutedsymphony.com