Cookie Policy
Last updated: 2026-02-05
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and enable essential functionality.
How We Use Cookies
Live Music Planner uses cookies to provide you with the best possible experience. We use cookies for:
- Authentication: Keeping you securely logged in during your session
- Security: Protecting against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks
- User Experience: Remembering your theme and consent preferences
Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
LiveMusicPlanner.Auth |
Authentication cookie that keeps you logged in | 7 days (sliding expiration) |
.AspNetCore.Antiforgery.* |
Security token to prevent Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks | Session (expires when browser closes) |
.AspNetCore.DataProtection |
Protects sensitive data encryption keys | Session |
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
user-theme-preference (localStorage) |
Stores your theme preference (light, dark, or auto) | Permanent (until manually cleared) |
cookie_consent (localStorage) |
Stores your cookie consent preference | Permanent (until manually cleared) |
Third-Party Cookies
We do not use any third-party cookies for tracking, analytics, or advertising. Your privacy is important to us, and we only use cookies that are essential for the website's functionality.
Cookie Security
All cookies used by Live Music Planner are configured with security best practices:
- HttpOnly: Cookies are not accessible via JavaScript, preventing XSS attacks
- Secure: Cookies are only transmitted over HTTPS connections
- SameSite (Lax): Cookies use Lax mode to protect against CSRF attacks while allowing normal navigation
- Sliding Expiration: Authentication cookie extends automatically as you use the site
Managing Cookies
Your Choices
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Note: Blocking all cookies will prevent you from using Live Music Planner, including logging in and accessing your events.
If you want to change your cookie consent preference, you can reset it here:
This will clear your consent preference and show the cookie banner again on your next page load.
If you want to reset your theme preference back to automatic (based on system settings):
This will reset your theme to automatic mode, which follows your system's dark/light mode preference.
Data Privacy
All cookies we use are stored locally on your device and are not shared with third parties. Authentication cookies contain encrypted session information that cannot be read by external parties.
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please read our Privacy Policy.
Questions or Concerns?
If you have questions about this cookie policy or your data, please contact us:
Contact: Use our contact form