Last updated: 16 July 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how GigVault uses them, and the choices you have. When you first visit gigvault.uk, our Cookie Preference Centre will ask for your consent before we set any optional cookies. You can change your preferences at any time using the Cookie Settings link in our footer.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to recognise your device on return visits and remember information about your preferences or session. Cookies can be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain until they expire or you delete them).
We also use browser localStorage to store certain preferences (such as your cookie consent choices and UI theme). localStorage is not sent to our servers and remains on your device only.
On your first visit we display a Cookie Preference Centre that lets you choose which categories of cookies you allow. Your choices are saved in your browser's localStorage under the key gv-cookie-consent and gv-theme. No optional cookies are set before you make a choice.
You can review or change your choices at any time by clicking Cookie Settings in the footer of any page.
We group cookies into four categories. Only Essential cookies are set automatically — all others require your consent.
These cookies are required for the platform to function and cannot be disabled.
| Cookie / Storage Key | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
gigvault_session |
Session cookie | Maintains your login session as you navigate the platform | Session |
XSRF-TOKEN |
Security cookie | Prevents cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks on form submissions | Session |
remember_web_* |
Persistent cookie | Keeps you signed in across browser sessions when "Remember Me" is selected | 30 days |
user_lat / user_lng |
Persistent cookie | Stores your approximate location (with your permission) to show nearby gigs and venues in the "Gigs Near Me" feature | 30 days |
gv-cookie-consent |
localStorage | Stores your cookie consent preferences so we don't ask again on every visit | Persistent (until cleared) |
gv-theme |
localStorage | Remembers your light/dark mode preference | Persistent (until cleared) |
These cookies help us deliver relevant promotions and measure the effectiveness of our outreach. They are only set if you consent to the Marketing category.
| Service | Purpose | More Information |
|---|---|---|
| GigVault promotional tracking | Measures which pages, artists, and venues lead to registrations or bookings, so we can surface the most relevant promotions to the right audiences | First-party data only — not shared with advertising networks |
These help us remember your preferences and tailor the platform to you across sessions.
| Purpose | Example |
|---|---|
| Remembering your genre and location filters | So you don't have to re-enter search preferences on each visit |
| Personalising search results | Showing artists or venues that match your past browsing patterns |
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use GigVault so we can improve the platform. No personal data is sold or shared with advertisers.
| Service | Purpose | More Information |
|---|---|---|
| Platform analytics | Tracks which pages are visited, how long users stay, and where they drop off — used to improve the booking flow and platform experience | Aggregated and anonymised where possible |
Some features of GigVault involve third-party services that may set their own cookies:
These cookies are governed by the respective third-party policies and are only active when you interact with those features.
Regardless of your consent choices, we will never use cookies to:
You have three ways to manage cookies on GigVault:
For browser-level guidance:
We may update this Cookie Policy as the platform evolves or as we introduce new features. Significant changes will be communicated via the platform or by email to registered users. We will reset consent preferences if our cookie usage changes materially.