This page provides comprehensive information about how we use cookies on our website to enhance your browsing experience, improve website performance, and deliver personalized content. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our site. They help us understand how visitors interact with our website, allowing us to offer a smoother and more efficient user experience. In the table below, you will find detailed information about each type of cookie we use, their purpose, and how long they remain on your device. We are committed to respecting your privacy and providing transparency about the data we collect through cookies. For more information on how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.
Essential
Essential cookies enable basic functions and are necessary for the proper function of the website.
| Cookie ID | Purpose | Duration |
|---|
| wpconsent_preferences | This cookie is used to store the user's cookie consent preferences. | 30 days |
Comments
These cookies are needed for adding comments on this website.
| Cookie ID | Purpose | Duration |
|---|
| comment_author | Used to track the user across multiple sessions. | Session |
| comment_author_email | Used to track the user across multiple sessions. | Session |
| comment_author_url | Used to track the user across multiple sessions. | Session |
Google reCAPTCHA
Google reCAPTCHA helps protect websites from spam and abuse by verifying user interactions through challenges.
| Cookie ID | Purpose | Duration |
|---|
| _GRECAPTCHA | Google reCAPTCHA sets a necessary cookie (_GRECAPTCHA) when executed for the purpose of providing its risk analysis. | 179 days |
Google Tag Manager
Google Tag Manager simplifies the management of marketing tags on your website without code changes.
| Cookie ID | Purpose | Duration |
|---|
| cookiePreferences | Registers cookie preferences of a user | 2 years |
| td | Registers statistical data on users' behaviour on the website. Used for internal analytics by the website operator. | session |
Statistics
Statistics cookies collect information anonymously. This information helps us understand how visitors use our website.
Google Analytics
Google Analytics is a powerful tool that tracks and analyzes website traffic for informed marketing decisions.
Learn more| Cookie ID | Purpose | Duration |
|---|
| _gac_ | Contains information related to marketing campaigns of the user. These are shared with Google AdWords / Google Ads when the Google Ads and Google Analytics accounts are linked together. | 90 days |
| __utma | ID used to identify users and sessions | 2 years after last activity |
| __utmt | Used to monitor number of Google Analytics server requests | 10 minutes |
| __utmb | Used to distinguish new sessions and visits. This cookie is set when the GA.js javascript library is loaded and there is no existing __utmb cookie. The cookie is updated every time data is sent to the Google Analytics server. | 30 minutes after last activity |
| __utmc | Used only with old Urchin versions of Google Analytics and not with GA.js. Was used to distinguish between new sessions and visits at the end of a session. | End of session (browser) |
| __utmz | Contains information about the traffic source or campaign that directed user to the website. The cookie is set when the GA.js javascript is loaded and updated when data is sent to the Google Anaytics server | 6 months after last activity |
| __utmv | Contains custom information set by the web developer via the _setCustomVar method in Google Analytics. This cookie is updated every time new data is sent to the Google Analytics server. | 2 years after last activity |
| __utmx | Used to determine whether a user is included in an A / B or Multivariate test. | 18 months |
| _ga | ID used to identify users | 2 years |
| _gali | Used by Google Analytics to determine which links on a page are being clicked | 30 seconds |
| _ga_ | ID used to identify users | 2 years |
| _gid | ID used to identify users for 24 hours after last activity | 24 hours |
| _gat | Used to monitor number of Google Analytics server requests when using Google Tag Manager | 1 minute |
Last Updated: 08.01.2025
This Cookie Policy explains how TEDxOrlando, produced by Story Circle LLC, uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.
By continuing to browse our site, you agree to our use of cookies as described below. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your actions and preferences, making your experience more efficient and personalized.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
- Necessary for the website to function (e.g., ticket checkout, security).
- Cannot be turned off in our systems.
Performance & Analytics Cookies
- Help us understand how visitors use our site.
- Example: Google Analytics tracks page views and visitor behavior.
Functionality Cookies
- Remember your preferences (e.g., language, region) to improve your experience.
Advertising & Social Media Cookies
- May be set by third-party partners (e.g., Facebook Pixel) to measure the effectiveness of ads and allow social sharing.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services we use, including:
- Eventbrite (ticketing)
- Google Analytics (website analytics)
- Mailchimp (email marketing)
- Social Media Platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
These providers have their own privacy and cookie policies.
. Managing Cookies
You can control and/or delete cookies through your browser settings. Instructions can be found here:
Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
5. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted here with a new “Last Updated” date.
6. Contact Us
For questions about our use of cookies, contact:
Story Circle LLC
Organizer of TEDxOrlando
info@tedxorlando.live
7901 4th Street North
St. Petersburg
Florida
33702
