Last Updated: 01/07/2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Digital Studios West, Inc. (“Digital Studios West,” “Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on this website and related digital properties.

This website is intended primarily to showcase creative work, services, and capabilities, and to facilitate general inquiries and professional relationships. No products or services are sold directly through this website.

By accessing or using this website, you consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies as described below, subject to your browser and device settings.

1. Who This Policy Applies To

This Cookie Policy applies to:

  • This Digital Studios West website
  • Related pages, subdomains, and branded content
  • Interactions that occur while browsing or engaging with this site

Digital Studios West, Inc. is the parent company of:

  • C42 Media (Arizona LLC), which provides media-related labor and production services and may offer media placement or airtime as part of client engagements
  • iStream Ads (Arizona LLC; may convert to S-Corporation), which provides connected-TV (CTV) advertising services, including commercial production and airtime placement

This Cookie Policy does not replace or override the privacy or cookie policies of those affiliated platforms, which may collect data in connection with their own services.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. Cookies help websites:

  • Function properly
  • Improve performance
  • Analyze traffic
  • Understand engagement
  • Support marketing and promotional efforts

Cookies may be:

  • Session-based or persistent
  • First-party or third-party
  • Browser-based or device-based

3. How and Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

A. Essential & Functional Cookies

These cookies are necessary to:

  • Operate the website
  • Maintain security
  • Prevent spam and abuse
  • Ensure basic performance and stability

Without these cookies, the website may not function correctly.

B. Analytics & Performance Cookies

We use analytics tools to understand:

  • How visitors interact with the site
  • Which pages are viewed
  • Time spent on content
  • General engagement patterns

These cookies help us improve presentation, performance, and user experience. Data collected is used in an aggregated or statistical manner where possible.

C. Marketing, Promotion & Advertising Cookies

(Important Disclosure)

Although this website does not sell products or services directly, we use marketing and advertising technologies to:

  • Promote our creative work and services
  • Measure interest in our offerings
  • Reach potential collaborators, partners, and clients
  • Support brand awareness across platforms

These technologies may include, but are not limited to:

  • Google Analytics
  • Google Ads (including remarketing and conversion tracking)
  • Social media advertising platforms (e.g., Meta, LinkedIn)
  • Connected TV (CTV) and OTT advertising platforms
  • Cross-device and cross-platform attribution tools

These tools may use cookies or similar identifiers to display relevant promotional content across websites, apps, social platforms, and streaming environments.

4. Third-Party Cookies & Services

Some cookies are set by third-party providers whose services we use for:

  • Analytics
  • Advertising
  • Hosting
  • Security
  • Performance optimization

We do not control third-party cookies and are not responsible for their data practices. Third-party providers are governed by their own privacy and cookie policies.

5. Legal Basis & U.S. Privacy Rights

A. General United States Use

Under U.S. federal law and most state laws, cookies may be used based on implied consent, provided that use is disclosed.

By continuing to use this website, you acknowledge and consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

B. California Residents (CCPA / CPRA)

If you are a California resident:

  • Certain data collected via cookies may qualify as “personal information” or “sharing” under California law
  • Digital Studios West does not sell personal information in the traditional sense
  • Data may be shared with service providers or advertising partners for legitimate business, analytics, and promotional purposes

You may have rights to:

  • Request disclosure of data collected
  • Request deletion of certain personal data, subject to legal exceptions
  • Opt out of certain forms of data sharing where required by law

Requests may be submitted through the website contact form.

6. Do Not Track Signals

This website does not respond to browser “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals, as there is no universally accepted standard for such signals.

7. Managing Cookies

You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • Delete cookies
  • Block cookies
  • Receive alerts before cookies are placed

Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality or performance.

8. No Guarantee of Anonymity or Security

While reasonable measures may be taken to protect data, no system is completely secure or anonymous. Use of this website is at your own risk.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy at any time without notice. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact

For questions related to cookies or privacy, please contact us through the website’s contact form.