Cookie Policy
Last Updated: February 2, 2026
XMRadio Pro uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and provide personalized content. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your options for managing them.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small files stored on your device that contain information about your browsing activity. They allow websites to remember your preferences and improve your user experience. Types of cookies include:
- Session Cookies: Temporary files deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device until they expire or you delete them
- First-Party Cookies: Set by our website
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services and advertisers
2. How We Use Cookies
Essential Cookies
Required for the website to function properly. These enable login, remember your preferences, and maintain security.
Performance Cookies
Collect information about how you use our site (pages visited, clicks, scroll depth) to improve performance and user experience.
Advertising Cookies
Used by Google AdSense and other advertising partners to serve targeted advertisements based on your interests and browsing history.
Analytics Cookies
Track visitor statistics to help us understand how people use our service and make improvements.
Preference Cookies
Remember your choices such as language preference, player volume settings, and favorite channels.
3. Third-Party Cookies
We work with third-party services that place cookies on your device:
- Google AdSense & Google Analytics: Analyze traffic and serve targeted ads
- Advertising Networks: Deliver personalized advertisements
- Social Media Platforms: Enable sharing and social media features
- Web Analytics Tools: Track user behavior and engagement
4. Cookie Names and Purposes
Common cookies used on XMRadio Pro include:
_ga - Google Analytics (Session tracking)
_gid - Google Analytics (Session ID)
_gat - Google Analytics (Rate limiting)
NID - Google (Advertising preferences)
ANID - Google (Advertising ID)
sessionId - XMRadio Pro (User session)
userPreferences - XMRadio Pro (Player settings)
favoriteChannels - XMRadio Pro (Saved channels)
5. Google Ads and Personalization
Google uses cookies to:
- Serve ads based on your browsing history
- Track ad performance and conversions
- Create demographic information profiles
- Customize the ads you see across the web
You can opt out of personalized Google ads at Google Ad Settings.
6. Managing Your Cookies
You have several options to control cookies:
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookie settings. You can:
- Accept or reject cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Set cookies to only accept from the site you're visiting
- Receive warnings before cookies are set
Do Not Track
Most browsers have a "Do Not Track" option. While we respect this preference, not all websites honor it.
Ad Blockers
Browser extensions like uBlock Origin, Adblock Plus, or Privacy Badger can block cookies and ads.
7. Cookie Consent
XMRadio Pro complies with cookie consent requirements:
- Essential cookies are always enabled for site functionality
- Marketing and analytics cookies require your consent
- You can withdraw consent at any time
- We provide clear consent banner information
8. GDPR and CCPA Compliance
XMRadio Pro complies with international privacy regulations:
- GDPR (EU): We obtain explicit consent for tracking cookies
- CCPA (California): You have the right to know what data is collected and to delete it
- LGPD (Brazil): We comply with Brazilian data protection requirements
9. How Long Cookies Last
Cookie retention depends on their purpose:
- Session cookies: Until browser is closed
- Preference cookies: 1-5 years
- Analytics cookies: 2 years (Google Analytics default)
- Advertising cookies: 3 months to 2 years
10. Security and Privacy
We take cookie security seriously:
- Cookies are encrypted when transmitted over HTTPS
- Sensitive data is not stored in cookies
- We regularly audit third-party cookie usage
- We respect user privacy choices
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology or regulations. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy with a new "Last Updated" date.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about our cookie practices:
Email: cookies@satellitewave.com
Phone: 1-800-SAT-WAVE
Mail: XMRadio Pro Privacy Team,
123 Broadcasting St, Media City, ST 12345
This Cookie Policy is designed to provide transparency about how XMRadio Pro uses cookies and tracking technologies while respecting your privacy rights.