Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how FindMyClubs uses cookies and similar technologies in accordance with the GDPR and ePrivacy Directive.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device to:
- make the website function properly
- remember your preferences
- analyze usage and improve performance
2. Types of Cookies We Use
a) Essential Cookies
Required for:
- site security
- login sessions
- core functionality
These cookies are always active and cannot be disabled.
b) Analytics Cookies
Used to understand:
- how visitors interact with the website
- page views, clicks, and traffic sources
These cookies are used only with your consent. Data is aggregated and pseudonymized.
c) Preference Cookies
Used to remember:
- language
- user settings
- preferences
d) Marketing Cookies (Optional)
Used only with your consent for:
- advertising
- remarketing
- measuring campaign performance
Cookies we set
Your language choice is kept in the essential session cookie, so no separate preference cookie is needed. This website currently sets only the essential cookies listed below; it does not use analytics or marketing cookies.
| Cookie | Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| findmyclubs-session | Essential | Keeps your session, login state and language choice | 30 days |
| XSRF-TOKEN | Essential | Protects forms against cross-site request forgery | 30 days |
| fmc_consent | Essential | Stores your cookie choice | 12 months |
| _GRECAPTCHA | Essential | Set by Google reCAPTCHA on our forms to protect them against spam and abuse | 6 months |
3. Third-Party Cookies
We may use trusted third-party services such as:
- Google Analytics
- Meta (Facebook Pixel)
- Email or marketing tools
These providers may set their own cookies in accordance with their privacy policies.
4. Legal Basis
We process:
- Essential cookies under legitimate interest (GDPR Article 6(1)(f))
- All other cookies based on your consent (GDPR Article 6(1)(a))
5. Cookie Consent
When you visit our website:
- You can accept or reject non-essential cookies
- No non-essential cookies are activated before your consent
- You can withdraw or change your preferences at any time
6. Manage Cookies
You can:
- Manage cookies via browser settings
- Delete stored cookies
- Block cookies entirely (some features may not function properly)
You can also update your preferences anytime using the "Cookie Settings" link on our website.
7. Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time.
Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
8. Contact
For any cookie or privacy-related questions: