Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Fishing Enthusiasts Platform ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies on our website, and your choices regarding cookies. Please read this Cookie Policy in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser, while session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for various purposes, including:
- To enable certain functions of the website
- To provide analytics and improve website performance
- To store your preferences and settings
- To remember your game progress and FS points
- To personalise your experience
- To maintain your login session
- To prevent fraud and ensure security
- To remember your language preferences
- To track website performance and errors
Cookies help us understand how visitors use our website, which pages are most popular, and how we can improve the user experience. This information is used in aggregated form and does not identify individual users.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of essential cookies as they are required for the website to operate.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains user session | Session |
| fsPoints | Stores FS points and game progress | Persistent |
| userData | Stores user account information | Persistent |
3.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and user experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
3.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| preferences | Stores user preferences and settings | 1 year |
| language | Remembers language preference | 1 year |
3.4 Third-Party Cookies
We use Google Maps on our contact page, which may set cookies. These cookies are subject to Google's Privacy Policy.
4. Google Services and Cookies
We use Google Maps for displaying location information on our contact page. Google may set cookies when you interact with Google Maps. These cookies are used to:
- Remember your map preferences
- Improve map performance
- Provide location-based services
For more information about how Google uses cookies, please visit Google's Cookie Policy.
5. Your Cookie Choices
You have the right to accept or reject cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer.
However, please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website and may prevent you from accessing certain features, including:
- Saving your game progress and FS points
- Remembering your preferences
- Maintaining your login session
5.1 How to Manage Cookies
You can manage cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions
5.2 Opt-Out Tools
You can also opt out of certain third-party cookies:
- Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Network Advertising Initiative: Visit NAI Opt-Out Page
6. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to store your game progress, FS points, and user preferences. Local storage is similar to cookies but allows us to store larger amounts of data. You can clear local storage through your browser settings.
7. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. We do not currently respond to DNT signals.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
9. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. By clicking "Accept" or continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy.
You can withdraw your consent at any time by:
- Adjusting your browser settings to reject cookies
- Using our cookie preference centre (if available)
- Contacting us directly
Please note that withdrawing consent may affect the functionality of our website.
10. Flash Cookies and Local Shared Objects
We do not currently use Flash cookies or Local Shared Objects (LSOs). If we begin using these technologies in the future, we will update this Cookie Policy accordingly.
11. Web Beacons and Tracking Pixels
We may use web beacons (also known as tracking pixels) in our emails to determine whether emails have been opened and links have been clicked. This helps us improve our email communications. You can opt out of email tracking by disabling images in your email client.
12. Cookie Management Tools
In addition to browser settings, you can use the following tools to manage cookies:
- Your Online Choices: youronlinechoices.com/uk - Provides information about online behavioural advertising and allows you to opt out
- Network Advertising Initiative: networkadvertising.org/choices - Opt-out tool for network advertising
- Digital Advertising Alliance: aboutads.info/choices - Consumer choice tool for digital advertising
13. Changes to Cookie Usage
We may add new cookies or change how we use cookies in the future. If we make significant changes to our cookie usage, we will:
- Update this Cookie Policy
- Notify you via email or website notice
- Request your consent if required by law
14. Cookie Policy for Mobile Apps
If we develop mobile applications in the future, they may use similar technologies to cookies (such as device identifiers and advertising IDs). We will update this policy to include information about mobile app tracking technologies.
15. Third-Party Cookie Policies
Third-party services we use may set their own cookies. We have no control over these cookies. Please review the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties:
- Google: Google Cookie Policy
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Cookie Information
16. Cookie Performance and Impact
Cookies help us:
- Improve website performance and loading times
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Provide personalised content and recommendations
- Analyse website usage to improve user experience
- Prevent fraud and ensure security
Without cookies, some features of our website may not function properly, and your experience may be less personalised.
17. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Fishing Enthusiasts Platform
123 Maritime Street
London, SW1A 1AA
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 (0) 20 7872 6435
Response Time: We aim to respond to all cookie-related inquiries within 5 business days.