This cookie policy (“Cookie Policy”) describes how the GSMA entity ("GSMA", "we", "us", or "our") operating the websites, apps, GSMA product or service (collectively, the “Website” or the “Websites”) that link to this policy uses cookies and similar technologies. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.
Our Websites are run by different GSMA entities. Please see the list of GSMA entities that place cookies and use other technologies on our Websites below:
GSMA entity: GSMA Website:
GSM Association GSMA
GSMA Ltd MWC Barcelona, MWC Kigali, MWC Shanghai, MWC Shanghai (CN), MWC Las Vegas, MWC Doha, M360 Series, 4YFN
GSMA Advisory Services Ltd. Mobile World Live, GSMA Intelligence
GSMA Services LLC GSMA Training, GSMA Advance
What is a Cookie?
‘Cookies’ are small text files websites may place on your computer, mobile phone and other devices. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently. Cookies may be also used to remember what you have done on a website to improve your browsing experience, to help you remember logins and any preferred settings, or to provide advertising while visiting a particular website.
What is a Web Beacon?
Web beacons (sometimes called “tracking pixels” or “clear gifs”) are very small images embedded in a web page. They enable us to collect information on what Websites and apps you visit and what content you interact with. We use that information to understand better your behaviour and improve content on our Websites and apps.
Do I have a choice over the use of cookies?
Yes. When entering our Websites for the first time, you will be provided with an opportunity to set your cookie preferences via our cookie banner. There are several options available. You may accept all cookies, reject cookies which are not necessary for the operation of the Website, or other service requested by you or consent only to the use of selected cookie categories.
You can adjust your cookie settings later by clicking “Manage Cookies” or similar button available in the footer of the Website you are at.
What Cookies do we use on our Websites?
When you visit our Websites, cookies or web beacons may be placed on your device to gather information about your device, browser, user details, or preferences. We use “first-party” cookies (set by GSMA) and “third-party” cookies (set by other parties).
Third-party cookies facilitate features or functionalities provided on or through our Websites, such as advertising, interactive content, or analytics. The entities that set third-party cookies can recognize your device or monitor your activities on the internet both when you visit GSMA Websites and when you visit other websites.
Please find the main categories of cookies that we use below:
Strictly necessary cookies: These cookies are essential for the Website to function and cannot be switched off. They are installed when you visit our Websites and apps or request services, such as setting privacy preferences, logging in, or filling forms. Blocking these cookies may cause some elements of the Website to malfunction.
Performance cookies: enable the counting of visits and traffic sources, allowing for measurement and enhancement of Websites. They help identify the popularity of various pages and track visitor movement around the site.
Targeting cookies: set by us or our partners to build your profile based on your interests and show relevant ads on our or other websites.
Functional cookies: enable enhanced functionality and personalisation of our Websites, set by us or third-party providers to improve your experience with our content.
You can find detailed information about the cookies we use, their purposes, expiry dates, and third-party providers in the cookie banners on our Websites and apps.
For more information about cookies and how to manage them you can visit www.aboutcookies.org.
Do we serve targeted advertising?
Yes, we may serve targeted ads based on your website visits, content interactions, or preferences. Our partners may also place cookies on your device for advertising purposes. They use data from your visits to provide tailored ads and analyse user activity to improve ad effectiveness.
Updates to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our cookie usage or for legal and regulatory reasons. Please check this policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies and other technologies. The date at the top indicates the last update of this Cookie Policy.
Where can I get further information?
If you have questions about our use of Cookies or other technologies, please email us at [email protected].