Cookies
Cookies Policy
Last updated: 30/04/2026
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide information to the site owner about how the site is used.
2. How we use cookies
At Joyful Noise Music, we use cookies to:
- Ensure the website works correctly
- Understand how visitors use our website
- Improve performance and user experience
- Support marketing and communication tools
3. Types of cookies we use
Essential cookies
These cookies are necessary for the operation of our website and cannot be switched off. They include things like security, payment processing, and basic functionality.
Analytics cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous usage data.
Marketing cookies
These cookies may be set by third-party services (e.g. email marketing tools) to track engagement and improve communications.
Third-party cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services embedded on our site, such as payment processors or email signup forms.
4. Cookies we use
Below is a list of the main cookies used on our website:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users for analytics tracking | 2 years |
| ga* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
| mailchimp_landing_site | Mailchimp | Tracks landing page visits | 1 month |
| _mcid / _mcsid (varies) | Mailchimp | Identifies subscribers and tracks email interactions | Session / up to 1 year |
| __stripe_mid | Stripe | Fraud prevention and identifying devices | 1 year |
| __stripe_sid | Stripe | Payment session tracking | 30 minutes |
Note: Some cookie names may vary depending on how services are configured.
5. Third-party services we use
We use trusted third-party providers that may set cookies on your device:
- Google Analytics – helps us understand website usage
- Mailchimp – manages email subscriptions and campaigns
- Stripe – securely processes payments
These providers may process data according to their own privacy and cookie policies.
6. Managing cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies
- Use your browser’s “private browsing” mode
- Update your preferences via our cookie banner
Useful resources:
Please note that disabling cookies may impact website functionality.
7. Cookie consent
When you first visit our website, you will be asked to consent to non-essential cookies. You can withdraw or change your consent at any time through our cookie settings.
8. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
9. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy, please contact:
Joyful Noise Music
Christ Church Fulwood, Canterbury Avenue, Sheffield, S10 3RT
admin@joyfulnoisemusic.co.uk