BY ACCESSING OR USING ARIANANEXUS.COM (THE "WEBSITE"), YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO THIS COOKIE POLICY. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH ANY PROVISION OF THIS COOKIE POLICY, YOU MUST IMMEDIATELY CEASE USE OF THE WEBSITE. THIS COOKIE POLICY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. YOUR CONTINUED USE OF THE WEBSITE FOLLOWING ANY CHANGES CONSTITUTES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THOSE CHANGES. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO REVIEW THIS POLICY PERIODICALLY. THIS COOKIE POLICY SHOULD BE READ IN CONJUNCTION WITH OUR PRIVACY POLICY AND TERMS OF USE.
1.1. Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet, or other internet-enabled device) when you visit a website. Cookies allow the website to recognize your device, remember your preferences, and collect information about your browsing activity.
1.2. In addition to cookies, Ariana Nexus and its third-party service providers may use the following similar technologies on the Website (collectively referred to as "Cookies" throughout this Policy unless otherwise specified):
1.3. Disclaimer: Cookies and similar technologies are standard industry practices used by virtually all websites globally. Ariana Nexus's use of Cookies is consistent with prevailing industry standards and applicable law. Ariana Nexus is not responsible for your understanding or awareness of how Cookies function, and the explanations provided in this Policy are for informational purposes only and do not constitute technical or legal advice.
2.1. Ariana Nexus uses Cookies on the Website for the following purposes:
2.2. What Ariana Nexus Does Not Use Cookies For:
Ariana Nexus categorizes the Cookies used on the Website as follows:
These Cookies are essential for the Website to function and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are typically set in response to actions you take that constitute a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms. These Cookies do not store any personally identifiable information. You may configure your browser to block or alert you about these Cookies, but doing so may cause some parts of the Website to not function properly.
Cookie NameProviderPurposeDurationTypeCookie consent preferencesAriana NexusRecords your cookie consent choices12 monthsPersistentSession identifierAriana NexusMaintains your browsing sessionSessionSessionSecurity tokensAriana NexusCSRF protection and form securitySessionSessionLoad balancerWebflow / CloudflareDistributes traffic for performanceSessionSessionBot detectionCloudflareIdentifies and blocks malicious trafficSessionSession
Legal Basis (GDPR): Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f)) — these Cookies are strictly necessary for the operation and security of the Website and do not require consent under Article 5(3) of the ePrivacy Directive (Directive 2002/58/EC).
These Cookies allow Ariana Nexus to measure and improve the performance of the Website by counting visits, identifying traffic sources, and understanding how visitors navigate the site. All information collected by these Cookies is aggregated and anonymized where technically feasible. These Cookies are placed only with your consent.
Cookie NameProviderPurposeDurationType_gaGoogle Analytics (GA4)Distinguishes unique visitors2 yearsPersistent_ga_[ID]Google Analytics (GA4)Maintains session state2 yearsPersistent_gidGoogle Analytics (GA4)Distinguishes unique visitors24 hoursPersistent
Legal Basis (GDPR): Consent (Article 6(1)(a)) — these Cookies are placed only after you have provided affirmative consent through our cookie consent mechanism.
Google Analytics Configuration: Ariana Nexus uses Google Analytics 4 (GA4). GA4 does not log or store full IP addresses; IP anonymization is applied by default. Ariana Nexus configures GA4 with data sharing with Google disabled, advertising features disabled, Google Signals disabled, and User-ID tracking disabled. Ariana Nexus has executed Google's Data Processing Amendment. Notwithstanding these configurations, Ariana Nexus cannot guarantee the data processing practices of Google LLC and disclaims any liability for Google's independent data handling beyond the scope of Ariana Nexus's contractual controls. For information on Google's data practices, see Google's Privacy Policy at policies.google.com/privacy.
These Cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your language preference or region. They may be set by Ariana Nexus or by third-party service providers whose services are integrated into the Website. These Cookies are placed only with your consent.
Cookie NameProviderPurposeDurationTypeLanguage preferenceAriana NexusRemembers selected language12 monthsPersistentRegion preferenceAriana NexusRemembers selected region12 monthsPersistent
Legal Basis (GDPR): Consent (Article 6(1)(a)).
Ariana Nexus may integrate third-party services on the Website that set their own Cookies. These third-party Cookies are governed by the respective third party's privacy and cookie policies, not this Cookie Policy. Ariana Nexus does not control the Cookies set by third parties and expressly disclaims all responsibility and liability for the data collection, use, storage, and security practices of any third party.
Third-party services that may set Cookies on the Website include:
Third-Party ProviderPurposePrivacy PolicyGoogle (Analytics — GA4)Website analyticspolicies.google.com/privacyCloudflareCDN, security, performancecloudflare.com/privacypolicyWebflowWebsite hosting platformwebflow.com/legal/privacyMicrosoft (Clarity)Heatmaps and session replay (if enabled)privacy.microsoft.comHubSpot (if enabled)CRM and form trackinglegal.hubspot.com/privacy-policy
Disclaimer: The inclusion of a third-party service in this table does not mean that the service is currently active on the Website. Ariana Nexus may add, remove, or modify third-party integrations at any time. This table reflects services that may be integrated at the time of publication. Ariana Nexus is not responsible for the accuracy, completeness, or currency of third-party privacy policies and expressly disclaims any liability arising from or related to the data practices of any third party listed herein or otherwise integrated into the Website.
4.1.1. When you first visit the Website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that provides you with the option to accept or reject non-essential Cookies. Strictly Necessary Cookies (as described in Section 3.1) do not require consent and are placed regardless of your selection, as they are essential for the Website to function.
4.1.2. You may choose to:
4.1.3. No non-essential Cookies will be placed on your device until you have made an affirmative selection. If you close the consent banner without making a selection, only Strictly Necessary Cookies will be placed.
4.2.1. You may withdraw or modify your cookie consent at any time by:
4.2.2. Withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. Ariana Nexus will implement your revised preferences as promptly as technically feasible, but Cookies already placed on your device prior to withdrawal may persist until they expire or are manually deleted.
4.2.3. Disclaimer: Ariana Nexus implements commercially reasonable cookie consent mechanisms. However, due to the nature of internet technology, there may be a brief delay between your consent selection and the implementation of that selection across all systems and third-party services. Ariana Nexus shall not be liable for any Cookies placed during such delay.
4.3.1. Ariana Nexus maintains records of cookie consent selections, including the date and time of consent, the categories consented to, and the version of this Cookie Policy in effect at the time of consent, as required by applicable law. These records are retained for the duration required by the jurisdiction with the longest applicable retention requirement.
5.1.1. Most web browsers allow you to control Cookies through their settings. You can typically configure your browser to:
5.1.2. Browser cookie settings can typically be found in the "Settings," "Preferences," "Privacy," or "Security" section of your browser. For specific instructions, consult your browser's help documentation or visit the following resources:
5.2.1. You may opt out of analytics and advertising Cookies through the following mechanisms:
5.2.2. Do Not Track (DNT): Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" feature that sends a signal to websites you visit. There is no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals, and the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) discontinued the DNT specification. Ariana Nexus does not currently respond to DNT signals. Ariana Nexus does recognize and honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals as described in Section 5.2.3 below, which is the emerging industry and legal standard for browser-based opt-out signaling.
5.2.3. Global Privacy Control (GPC): Ariana Nexus recognizes and honors Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals as opt-out requests where required by applicable law, including under the CCPA/CPRA (California), the Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), the Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA), the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA), the Montana Consumer Data Privacy Act (MCDPA), the Delaware Personal Data Privacy Act (DPDPA), and other applicable state laws that mandate recognition of universal opt-out mechanisms. When a GPC signal is detected, Ariana Nexus will treat it as a valid request to opt out of the sale or sharing of Personal Information and will not place non-essential Cookies.
5.3.1. If you block or delete Cookies, certain features of the Website may not function properly, including but not limited to: session management, form submissions, security features, and preference settings.
5.3.2. Disclaimer: ARIANA NEXUS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LOSS OF FUNCTIONALITY, DEGRADED USER EXPERIENCE, OR INABILITY TO ACCESS FEATURES OF THE WEBSITE RESULTING FROM YOUR DECISION TO BLOCK, DELETE, OR RESTRICT COOKIES. YOUR USE OF BROWSER CONTROLS, OPT-OUT TOOLS, OR OTHER MECHANISMS TO MANAGE COOKIES IS AT YOUR OWN RISK. ARIANA NEXUS EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THE CONSEQUENCES OF COOKIE BLOCKING OR DELETION.
6.1.1. Ariana Nexus complies with Article 5(3) of the ePrivacy Directive (Directive 2002/58/EC, as amended by Directive 2009/136/EC) and the GDPR (Regulation (EU) 2016/679) with respect to the use of Cookies on the Website.
6.1.2. Strictly Necessary Cookies are placed under the exemption provided by Article 5(3) of the ePrivacy Directive, which does not require consent for Cookies that are strictly necessary for the provision of a service explicitly requested by the user.
6.1.3. All non-essential Cookies (Analytics, Functional, and third-party Cookies) are placed only after the user has provided affirmative, informed, freely given, specific, and unambiguous consent in accordance with the GDPR.
6.1.4. Consent is obtained through a clear and prominent cookie consent banner that: (a) provides information about the categories of Cookies used and their purposes; (b) offers a genuine choice to accept or reject non-essential Cookies; (c) does not use pre-ticked boxes; (d) does not treat inaction or continued browsing as consent; and (e) allows granular consent by cookie category.
6.1.5. Users may withdraw consent at any time as described in Section 4.2 of this Policy.
6.1.6. Regulatory Monitoring — CNIL Tracking Pixel Guidance: In June 2025, the French Data Protection Authority (CNIL) launched a public consultation on draft recommendations that would classify tracking pixels in emails as subject to ePrivacy Directive cookie consent requirements. Ariana Nexus is monitoring this guidance. If Ariana Nexus deploys email tracking pixels in the future, it will assess and comply with applicable consent requirements.
6.2.1. Ariana Nexus complies with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR), as amended, and the UK GDPR with respect to the use of Cookies.
6.2.2. Ariana Nexus applies the same consent standards for UK users as for EEA users, consistent with the ICO's guidance on the use of cookies and similar technologies.
6.3.1. Under the CCPA/CPRA (Cal. Civ. Code § 1798.100 et seq.), Ariana Nexus does not sell Personal Information collected through Cookies and does not share Personal Information collected through Cookies for cross-context behavioral advertising.
6.3.2. Ariana Nexus honors Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals as valid opt-out requests from California residents.
6.3.3. California residents may exercise their rights under the CCPA/CPRA as described in our Privacy Policy, Section 10.2.
6.4.1. Ariana Nexus does not use Cookies for targeted advertising or for the sale of Personal Data, as those terms are defined under the VCDPA (Va. Code § 59.1-575 et seq.).
6.4.2. Virginia residents may exercise their rights under the VCDPA as described in our Privacy Policy, Section 10.3.
6.5.1. Ariana Nexus does not use Cookies for targeted advertising or for the sale of Personal Data under the Delaware Personal Data Privacy Act (6 Del. Code Ch. 12D).
6.5.2. Delaware residents may exercise their rights under the Delaware PDPA as described in our Privacy Policy, Section 10.4.
6.6.1. Ariana Nexus does not use Cookies for targeted advertising or for the sale of Personal Data as those terms are defined under applicable U.S. state consumer privacy laws, including but not limited to the Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA), Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA), Oregon Consumer Privacy Act (OCPA), Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA), Montana Consumer Data Privacy Act (MCDPA), and other state privacy laws that may apply. Residents of states with applicable consumer privacy laws may exercise their rights as described in our Privacy Policy, Section 10.5.
6.7.1. Ariana Nexus serves clients globally and monitors developments in data protection and cookie regulation in all jurisdictions where it operates or serves clients. Where local law imposes requirements beyond those described in this Policy, Ariana Nexus will comply with such requirements to the extent applicable.
6.7.2. Disclaimer: This Cookie Policy is designed to comply with the laws and regulations identified in this Section 6 as of the Effective Date. Laws and regulations regarding Cookies and similar technologies are subject to change. Ariana Nexus does not represent or warrant that this Policy complies with the laws of every jurisdiction worldwide. If you are located in a jurisdiction with specific cookie or tracking technology regulations not addressed in this Policy, you are responsible for determining whether your use of the Website is consistent with the laws of your jurisdiction. Ariana Nexus expressly disclaims liability for any non-compliance arising from the application of laws not specifically addressed in this Policy.
6.7.3. EU Digital Omnibus — Regulatory Monitoring Notice: On February 11, 2026, the European Commission formally withdrew the proposed ePrivacy Regulation. The EU Digital Omnibus package proposes to move certain cookie consent rules currently governed by the ePrivacy Directive (Article 5(3)) into the GDPR framework. Ariana Nexus is monitoring this legislative process. If adopted, Ariana Nexus will update this Cookie Policy and its consent mechanisms to reflect the revised legal framework. Until such changes are finalized and enacted, Ariana Nexus continues to comply with the ePrivacy Directive and GDPR as described in Section 6.1.
7.1. The information collected through Cookies may include:
7.2. No Sensitive Data: Ariana Nexus does not collect, store, or process Protected Health Information (PHI), Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), financial account information, Social Security numbers, government identification numbers, or any client engagement data through Cookies or this Website. All such data is processed exclusively within Ariana Nexus's secure enterprise environment under separate contractual agreements, including executed Business Associate Agreements and Data Processing Agreements as applicable.
7.3. Data collected through Cookies is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy, including the data retention, security, and individual rights provisions described therein.
8.1. Cookie data is retained as follows:
8.2. Ariana Nexus reserves the right to retain anonymized or aggregated data that does not identify any individual for any purpose, including analytics, benchmarking, and service improvement, without limitation as to duration.
9.1. The Website is not directed to children under the age of thirteen (13). Ariana Nexus does not knowingly use Cookies to collect Personal Information from children under 13, in accordance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA, 15 U.S.C. § 6501 et seq.) and the FTC's COPPA Rule (16 CFR Part 312), as amended by the January 2025 Final Rule. Ariana Nexus does not engage in targeted advertising directed at children under 13.
9.2. Under the Delaware Personal Data Privacy Act (6 Del. Code Ch. 12D), Ariana Nexus does not use Cookies to process Personal Data of known minors aged 13 to 17 for targeted advertising, sale, or profiling without the minor's consent.
9.3. If Ariana Nexus learns that Cookies have collected Personal Information from a child under 13 without verified parental consent, Ariana Nexus will delete such information promptly.
10.1. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ARIANA NEXUS, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, MEMBERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, CONTRACTORS, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE USE OF COOKIES ON THE WEBSITE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE PLACEMENT, FUNCTIONALITY, OR MALFUNCTION OF COOKIES; THE COLLECTION OR PROCESSING OF DATA THROUGH COOKIES; THE ACTIONS OR DATA PRACTICES OF ANY THIRD-PARTY SERVICE PROVIDER; YOUR INABILITY TO ACCESS OR USE THE WEBSITE DUE TO COOKIE SETTINGS; OR ANY UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO OR ALTERATION OF YOUR DATA BY THIRD PARTIES.
10.2. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ARIANA NEXUS'S TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS COOKIE POLICY SHALL NOT EXCEED ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100).
10.3. ARIANA NEXUS DOES NOT WARRANT THAT COOKIES WILL FUNCTION WITHOUT INTERRUPTION OR ERROR, THAT THE WEBSITE WILL BE AVAILABLE AT ALL TIMES, OR THAT DATA COLLECTED THROUGH COOKIES WILL BE COMPLETELY ACCURATE OR SECURE. ALL COOKIES AND RELATED TECHNOLOGIES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
10.4. THE LIMITATIONS IN THIS SECTION APPLY TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW IN THE APPLICABLE JURISDICTION. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CERTAIN DAMAGES. IN SUCH JURISDICTIONS, ARIANA NEXUS'S LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
10.5. Nothing in this Cookie Policy shall limit or exclude Ariana Nexus's liability for: (a) fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation; (b) death or personal injury caused by negligence; or (c) any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited by applicable law, including but not limited to liability under the UK Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977, the UK Consumer Rights Act 2015, or GDPR.
11.1. This Website integrates services provided by third parties, including but not limited to Cloudflare, Google, Webflow, Microsoft, and HubSpot. Ariana Nexus does not control and is not responsible for the Cookies set by these third parties, the data they collect, the security of their systems, or their compliance with applicable law.
11.2. Ariana Nexus makes commercially reasonable efforts to select reputable third-party service providers and to enter into appropriate data processing agreements where required. However, Ariana Nexus expressly disclaims all liability for the acts, omissions, errors, data breaches, security failures, or privacy practices of any third party, regardless of whether such third party is identified in this Policy.
11.3. Your interaction with any third-party service is governed by that third party's terms of service and privacy policy. Ariana Nexus is not a party to any agreement between you and a third-party service provider and shall not be held liable for any dispute arising from such interaction.
12.1. Governing Law: This Cookie Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, United States, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
12.2. Jurisdiction and Venue: Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Cookie Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Arlington County, Virginia, or the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia (Alexandria Division). You irrevocably consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue of these courts.
12.3. Informal Resolution: Before initiating any formal legal proceeding, you agree to attempt to resolve any dispute informally by contacting Ariana Nexus at privacy@ariananexus.com or (607) 697-5250. Ariana Nexus will make reasonable efforts to resolve the matter within thirty (30) business days.
12.4. Waiver of Class Action: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, YOU AGREE THAT ANY DISPUTE ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THIS COOKIE POLICY SHALL BE RESOLVED ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS ONLY, AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS, COLLECTIVE, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION.
12.5. Time Limitation: ANY CAUSE OF ACTION OR CLAIM ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS COOKIE POLICY MUST BE COMMENCED WITHIN ONE (1) YEAR AFTER THE CAUSE OF ACTION ACCRUES. OTHERWISE, SUCH CAUSE OF ACTION OR CLAIM IS PERMANENTLY BARRED. THIS PROVISION DOES NOT APPLY WHERE IT WOULD CONFLICT WITH MANDATORY STATUTORY LIMITATION PERIODS UNDER APPLICABLE LAW.
12.6. EEA/UK Data Subject Rights Preserved: Nothing in this Section 12 shall limit or restrict the rights of individuals located in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland to: (a) lodge a complaint with a competent supervisory authority under GDPR Article 77 or UK GDPR Article 77; (b) pursue a judicial remedy against a supervisory authority under GDPR Article 78; or (c) pursue a judicial remedy against a controller or processor under GDPR Article 79 in the courts of the Member State where the data subject habitually resides or works, or where the alleged infringement occurred. These statutory rights are not subject to the governing law, exclusive jurisdiction, class action waiver, or time limitation provisions of this Section 12.
13.2. Material changes to the categories of Cookies used or the purposes for which Cookies are deployed may result in the cookie consent banner being re-displayed to obtain your updated consent.
13.3. Your continued use of the Website after the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes. If you do not agree with any changes to this Policy, your sole and exclusive remedy is to discontinue your use of the Website and clear your browser cookies.
14.1. If any provision of this Cookie Policy is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid, legal, and enforceable, or if modification is not possible, shall be severed from this Policy without affecting the validity, legality, or enforceability of the remaining provisions.
15.1. This Cookie Policy, together with the Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and any applicable engagement agreements, constitutes the entire agreement between you and Ariana Nexus with respect to the use of Cookies on the Website. This Policy supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings regarding its subject matter.
For questions, concerns, or requests related to this Cookie Policy, including requests to modify your cookie preferences, contact:
Ariana Nexus Privacy Office
Email: privacy@ariananexus.com
Phone: +1 (202) 771-0224
Mail: Ariana Nexus, LLC, Attn: Privacy Office, 1717 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, 10th Floor, Washington, D.C. 20006
If you have any concerns about how Cookies are used on this Website, please contact us before taking any other action. We are committed to resolving concerns promptly and in good faith.
This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with:
JurisdictionLaw / FrameworkPrimary SectionsEuropean UnionePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC, as amended)Sections 3, 4, 6.1European UnionGDPR (Regulation (EU) 2016/679)Sections 3, 4, 5, 6.1European UnionEU Digital Omnibus (proposed — monitoring)Section 6.7.3United KingdomPECR (SI 2003/2426, as amended) / UK GDPRSection 6.2CaliforniaCCPA / CPRA (Cal. Civ. Code § 1798.100 et seq.)Section 6.3VirginiaVCDPA (Va. Code § 59.1-575 et seq.)Section 6.4DelawarePersonal Data Privacy Act (6 Del. Code Ch. 12D)Section 6.5Multiple U.S. StatesCPA, CTDPA, UCPA, OCPA, TDPSA, and othersSection 6.6
Ariana Nexus, LLC
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This Cookie Policy is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. This Policy is not intended to create, and does not create, any rights or obligations beyond those required by applicable law. Ariana Nexus recommends that individuals consult with qualified legal counsel regarding their specific rights. Nothing in this Policy shall be construed as a waiver of any right, defense, or immunity available to Ariana Nexus under applicable law.
