Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy – Desert Sands Racing
Effective Date: 22-March-2025
Last Updated: 22-March-2024
What are cookies?
At Desert Sands Racing, this Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we implement, the data we collect through cookies, and how you can manage your cookie settings.
Cookies are small text files that store small bits of data. They are saved to your device when our website loads on your browser. These cookies allow us to ensure the website works properly, enhance security, improve user experience, and understand how the site performs so we can make improvements where necessary.
How do we use cookies?
Like most websites, Desert Sands Racing uses both first-party and third-party cookies for a variety of purposes.
First-party cookies are essential for our website’s basic functionality. They do not gather any personally identifiable information.
Third-party cookies help us analyze how our site is performing, how users interact with it, keep our services secure, serve relevant ads, and deliver a better overall experience. These cookies also help us optimize future visits.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the basic operation of our website, such as secure login and remembering your preferences. They do not store any personal data.
| Cookie | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|
| cookie-yes-consent | 1 year | Used to store the user’s consent preferences. No personal data is collected. |
| _GRECAPTCHA | 6 months | Set by Google Recaptcha to identify bots and prevent spam. |
| rc::a | Never Expires | Set by Google Recaptcha for spam protection. |
| rc::f | Never Expires | Set by Google Recaptcha for spam protection. |
| rc::c | Session | Set by Google Recaptcha for spam protection. |
| rc::b | Session | Set by Google Recaptcha for spam protection. |
2. Functional Cookies
These cookies support website features such as social sharing and user feedback.
| Cookie | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|
| yt-remote-device-id | Never Expires | Stores user video preferences using embedded YouTube videos. |
| ytidb::LAST_RESULT_ENTRY_KEY | Never Expires | Stores the last clicked search result to improve future searches. |
| yt-player-headers-readable | Never Expires | Enhances video playback and interface preferences. |
| yt-remote-connected-devices | Never Expires | Stores user video preferences. |
| yt-player-bandwidth | Never Expires | Manages bandwidth and video quality settings. |
| yt-remote-session-app | Session | Stores video player preferences. |
| yt-remote-cast-installed | Session | Stores preferences for YouTube video playback. |
| yt-remote-session-name | Session | Stores session-specific video preferences. |
| yt-remote-fast-check-period | Session | Manages quick check timing for video settings. |
3. Advertisement Cookies
These cookies deliver personalized ads based on your browsing behavior and track the effectiveness of ad campaigns.
| Cookie | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|
| YSC | Session | Tracks views of embedded YouTube videos. |
| VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE | 6 months | Determines bandwidth to choose video player interface. |
| VISITOR_PRIVACY_METADATA | 6 months | Stores cookie consent state for YouTube. |
Manage Cookie Preferences
Cookie Settings
You can adjust your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings button. This allows you to review and withdraw your consent.
Most browsers also provide options to block or delete cookies. Here are links to manage cookies in common browsers:
Chrome
Safari
Firefox
Internet Explorer
If you’re using another browser, please consult its official support documentation.