Cookies Policy — How Riyadh Art Uses Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cookies Policy
Effective Date: March 23, 2026
This Cookies Policy explains how The Vanderbilt Portfolio (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on the Riyadh Art website at riyadhart.org (“Website”). This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which provides comprehensive information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.
By continuing to use the Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree to the use of cookies, you should adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using the Website, though doing so may affect your ability to use certain features of the site.
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, tablet, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used across the Internet to make websites function efficiently, to provide information to website operators, and to enable certain features and functionalities that enhance the user experience.
Cookies are created when your browser loads a particular website. The website sends information to the browser, which then creates a text file on the user’s device. Every time the user returns to the same website, the browser retrieves and sends this file to the website’s server. Cookies serve various purposes, from remembering your preferences and login information to enabling targeted advertising and providing analytics data.
Types of Cookies by Duration
Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary and are deleted from your device when you close your browser. Session cookies enable the Website to recognize your actions during a browsing session, such as keeping you logged in as you navigate between pages. They do not collect information from your device and are essential for the basic functionality of the Website.
Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a set period of time specified in the cookie or until you delete them manually. Persistent cookies are activated each time you visit the Website that created the particular cookie. They are used for various purposes, including remembering your preferences, tracking your browsing behavior for analytics purposes, and enabling targeted advertising.
Types of Cookies by Source
First-Party Cookies: These cookies are set by the Website itself (riyadhart.org) and can only be read by the Website. First-party cookies are typically used to remember your preferences, keep you signed in, and provide basic site functionality.
Third-Party Cookies: These cookies are set by domains other than riyadhart.org. Third-party cookies are typically used for advertising, analytics, and social media integration. They enable third-party service providers to track your browsing activity across different websites and build a profile of your interests for targeted advertising purposes.
Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of the Website. They enable basic functions such as page navigation, security features, and access to secure areas of the Website. The Website cannot function properly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled without severely impacting the site’s functionality.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session ID | Maintains your session state as you navigate the Website | Session | First-party |
| CSRF Token | Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks | Session | First-party |
| Cookie Consent | Records your cookie consent preferences | 12 months | First-party |
Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Website by collecting and reporting information about page views, navigation paths, time on page, bounce rates, and other engagement metrics. This data is aggregated and anonymized and is used to improve the Website’s content, structure, and performance.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number as a client identifier | 2 years | Third-party |
| ga[ID] | Google Analytics | Maintains session state across page views | 2 years | Third-party |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users for analytics purposes | 24 hours | Third-party |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate to limit data collection on high-traffic sites | 1 minute | Third-party |
Google Analytics uses these cookies to collect information about how visitors use the Website. The information generated by these cookies (including your truncated IP address) is transmitted to and stored by Google on its servers. Google uses this information to evaluate your use of the Website, compile reports on Website activity, and provide other services relating to Website activity and Internet usage.
Google may also transfer this information to third parties where required to do so by law, or where such third parties process the information on Google’s behalf. For more information about Google Analytics and how it uses your data, please visit the Google Analytics Terms of Service and the Google Privacy Policy.
Advertising Cookies
Advertising cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies track your browsing activity across websites and are typically placed by advertising networks with our permission.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| __gads | Google AdSense | Enables ad serving and records ad interactions | 13 months | Third-party |
| __gpi | Google AdSense | Collects information on user behavior for ad optimization | 13 months | Third-party |
| _gcl_au | Google AdSense | Stores and tracks conversions from ad clicks | 90 days | Third-party |
| IDE | Google DoubleClick | Tracks users across websites for ad targeting | 13 months | Third-party |
| NID | Stores preferences and information for Google ads | 6 months | Third-party | |
| DSID | Google DoubleClick | Identifies signed-in users for ad personalization | 2 weeks | Third-party |
Google AdSense and DoubleClick use these cookies to serve advertisements based on your previous visits to the Website and other websites on the Internet. The information collected by these cookies may include your browsing history, the advertisements you have seen, and the advertisements you have clicked on. This information is used to create a profile of your interests and to display advertisements that are most likely to be relevant to you.
Preference Cookies
Preference cookies enable the Website to remember information that changes the way the Website behaves or looks, such as your preferred language, region, font size preferences, or other customization settings.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Language Preference | Stores your preferred language setting | 12 months | First-party |
| Theme Preference | Stores your display theme preference (if applicable) | 12 months | First-party |
| Font Size | Stores your preferred font size setting (if applicable) | 12 months | First-party |
Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we and our third-party partners may use similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activity. These technologies include:
Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small transparent image files embedded in web pages or emails that are used to track whether a page has been viewed or an email has been opened. Web beacons are commonly used in conjunction with cookies to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns and to analyze user behavior.
Local Storage: A web browser feature that allows websites to store data locally on your device. Unlike cookies, local storage data is not sent to the server with every request. We may use local storage to remember your preferences and settings between visits.
JavaScript Tags: Code snippets embedded in web pages that collect information about your browsing behavior, including page views, click events, and interaction with Website features. JavaScript tags are used for analytics and advertising purposes.
Device Fingerprinting: A technique that collects information about your device’s configuration — including browser type and version, operating system, screen resolution, installed plugins, and other technical attributes — to create a unique identifier for your device. This technology may be used by third-party advertising partners.
How to Manage Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies on your device. The approach you choose will depend on the level of control you want over cookie usage and the specific cookies you want to manage.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically configure your browser to accept all cookies, reject all cookies, or notify you when a cookie is being set so you can decide whether to accept it on a case-by-case basis.
The process for managing cookies varies by browser. Here are instructions for the most common browsers:
Google Chrome: Navigate to Settings, then Privacy and Security, then Cookies and other site data. From here you can block third-party cookies, block all cookies, or clear cookies on exit.
Mozilla Firefox: Navigate to Settings, then Privacy and Security. Under the Cookies and Site Data section, you can manage cookies and site data, including blocking or allowing cookies from specific websites.
Safari: Navigate to Preferences, then Privacy. You can manage cookie settings including blocking all cookies, preventing cross-site tracking, and managing website data.
Microsoft Edge: Navigate to Settings, then Cookies and Site Permissions, then Manage and delete cookies and site data. You can block third-party cookies, block all cookies, or clear cookies when you close the browser.
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of the Website. Some features may not work properly if cookies are disabled, and you may need to re-enter information or adjust settings each time you visit the Website.
Google Analytics Opt-Out
You can prevent Google Analytics from collecting data about your visits to the Website by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout. This add-on instructs the Google Analytics JavaScript running on websites not to send visit information to Google Analytics.
Advertising Opt-Out
You can opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies through the following industry opt-out programs:
Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): Visit https://optout.networkadvertising.org/ to opt out of targeted advertising from NAI member companies.
Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): Visit https://optout.aboutads.info/ to opt out of interest-based advertising from DAA participating companies.
European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA): Visit https://www.youronlinechoices.eu/ to manage your advertising preferences for companies participating in the EDAA program.
Google Ad Settings: Visit https://adssettings.google.com/ to manage the information Google uses to show you personalized advertisements.
Please note that opting out of interest-based advertising does not mean you will no longer see advertisements on the Website. You will continue to see advertisements, but they may be less relevant to your interests.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that sends a signal to websites requesting that they not track the user’s browsing activity. At this time, there is no uniform standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. We currently do not respond to DNT signals, but we will continue to monitor developments in DNT technology and browser standards and may revise this policy if a uniform standard is established.
Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies and tracking technologies we use, changes in applicable law, or for other operational reasons. We will post the updated policy on this page and update the “Effective Date” at the top. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy or our use of cookies and similar technologies, please contact us at:
The Vanderbilt Portfolio Riyadh Art — Privacy and Cookies Inquiries Email: info@riyadhart.org
We will endeavor to respond to all inquiries within a reasonable timeframe.
Relationship to Privacy Policy
This Cookies Policy is a supplement to our Privacy Policy. For comprehensive information about how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information — including information collected through cookies and similar technologies — please refer to our Privacy Policy. In the event of any conflict between this Cookies Policy and our Privacy Policy, the Privacy Policy shall prevail.
Consent and Legal Basis for Cookie Usage
The legal basis for using cookies on this Website depends on the type of cookie and the applicable jurisdiction. Essential cookies are used on the basis of our legitimate interest in providing a functional website, as they are strictly necessary for the operation of the Website and cannot be disabled without impairing core functionality. Performance and analytics cookies are used on the basis of your consent where required by applicable law, or on the basis of our legitimate interest in understanding how users interact with the Website and improving its performance and content. Advertising cookies set by third-party advertising networks, including Google AdSense, require your consent under applicable data protection regulations including the GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive.
When you first visit the Website, you may be presented with a cookie consent mechanism that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Your cookie preferences are stored and applied for subsequent visits. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the Website, or by using the browser-based cookie management options described above.
For visitors from jurisdictions where explicit consent is required for non-essential cookies — including the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, and certain other jurisdictions — we ensure that non-essential cookies are not placed on your device until you have provided affirmative consent. If you decline non-essential cookies, the Website will continue to function using only essential cookies, though some features and functionality may be limited.
Cookie Data and Personal Information
Some cookies and tracking technologies may collect information that constitutes personal data under applicable privacy laws. This includes IP addresses, device identifiers, unique cookie identifiers, and browsing behavior data that can be linked to an identifiable individual. The collection and processing of such personal data through cookies is governed by our Privacy Policy, which provides comprehensive information about our data processing practices, your rights regarding your personal data, and our data retention and security measures.
We take reasonable steps to minimize the collection of personal data through cookies and to ensure that any personal data collected through cookies is processed in accordance with applicable data protection laws. Where third-party cookies collect personal data, the collection and processing of that data is governed by the privacy policies of the respective third-party providers, and we encourage you to review those policies to understand how your data is being used.