Cookie Policy

Effective Date: 22.2.2025
Last Updated: 11.8.2025

This Cookie Policy explains how ART Walkway (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our websites, access our services, or interact with our content.

By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this Policy. You can manage your preferences at any time via our cookie consent banner or browser settings.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, remember your preferences, analyze usage, and deliver relevant content or advertising.

Cookies can be:

Session cookies — deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies — remain until they expire or you delete them
First-party cookies — set by our site
Third-party cookies — set by services we integrate with

2. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Ensure our website and services function correctly
Process secure payments (via Stripe)
Remember your preferences and settings
Analyze website traffic and improve performance
Deliver relevant advertising (if you consent)
Prevent fraud and enhance security

We do not sell cookie data to third parties.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Type	Purpose	Examples
Essential Cookies	Required for site functionality, account login, payment processing, and security. Cannot be turned off.	`__stripe_mid`, `__stripe_sid`, `ghost-admin-api-session`
Functional Cookies	Store preferences, improve usability, and remember settings. Not used for tracking.	`ph_phc_*` (Ghost analytics)
Analytics Cookies	Measure traffic, performance, and usage patterns. Used only if you consent.	`_ga`, `_ga_*` (Google Analytics)
Advertising Cookies	Deliver targeted ads, measure ad performance, and limit frequency. Used only if you consent.	`NID`, `IDE`, `ANID`, `DSID` (Google AdSense)

4. Third-Party Cookies We Use

We work with trusted third parties who may set cookies:

Stripe Payments (Essential) — Processes secure subscription and sponsorship payments.
Google Analytics (Analytics) — Tracks website performance and visitor trends.
Google AdSense (Advertising) — Displays relevant ads and limits repetitive ads.
Ghost Platform Analytics (Functional) — Basic, privacy-friendly site analytics.

Some of these providers process data outside the EU/EEA (e.g., in the US). Where required, we ensure safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) under GDPR.

Under GDPR and Finnish law, we require your consent for all non-essential cookies.

When you visit our site for the first time, you will see a cookie banner where you can:

Accept All — Enables all cookie types, including analytics and advertising.
Reject Non-Essential — Keeps only essential cookies for site functionality.
Customize — Select which categories you allow.

You can update your cookie preferences anytime by clicking “Privacy & Cookie Settings” at the bottom of our site.

6. How to Disable Cookies in Your Browser

You can block or delete cookies through your browser’s settings. Please note that some features may not work if you block essential cookies.

Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and Other Site Data
Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Edge: Settings → Privacy, Search, and Services → Cookies and Site Permissions
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

7. Google Analytics & Ad Personalization Opt-Out

You can opt out of Google tracking directly:

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our services. Updates will be posted here with a new “Last Updated” date.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact:

ART Walkway
Email: support[at]artwalkway.com
Website: www.artwalkway.com