1. Overview
This Cookie Policy describes how cookies and related technologies are used on our website and services by MartinPinPlays ("we," "our," or "us"). This policy aims to provide you with information about cookies, including what they are, how we use them, what kinds of cookies we use, and your options.
You agree to the use of cookies in line with this Cookie Policy by using our website. You should adjust your browser settings or stop using our website if you disagree with how we use cookies.
Quick Summary
- We use cookies to enhance your experience and track usage
- Some cookies are necessary for our website to work
- You can manage non-essential cookies using your preferences
- We respect your privacy and choices
2. What Are Cookies?
When you visit a website, little text files called cookies are saved on your computer, tablet, or smartphone. They are frequently used to give website owners information and improve the functionality of websites.
How Cookies Operate
- Placement: Cookies are loaded onto your device when you visit our website
- Storage: Cookies save brief details about your visit
- Retrieval: We can access the data that has been stored when you come back
- Function: This enables us to offer a better, more customised experience
3. How Cookies Are Used
To improve your experience on our platform, we employ cookies for a number of reasons:
Crucial Roles
- Authentication: Keep you logged in throughout your session
- Security: Guard against fraud and unauthorised access
- Preferences: Retain your settings and preferences
- Performance: Make sure our website loads effectively and swiftly
Analytics and Improvement
- Comprehend how users interact with our website
- Recognise popular content and features
- Identify and address technical problems
- Gauge the success of our marketing campaigns
4. Types of Cookies We Use
Session Cookies
When your browser is closed, these transient cookies are removed. They support us in the following ways:
- Preserve your login status while you're here
- Recall the details of your tournament registration
- Offer security features
Persistent Cookies
These cookies stay on your device until you remove them or for a predetermined amount of time. They assist us in:
- Remembering your preferences for upcoming visits
- Offering tailored content
- Examining recurring usage trends
First-Party Cookies
MartinPinPlays sets these cookies directly, allowing essential website features.
Third-Party Cookies
These are set by outside services we use, like advertising partners and analytics providers.
5. Types of Cookies
6. Cookies from Third Parties
We collaborate with reliable outside services that might use cookies of their own:
Analytics Services
- Google Analytics: Statistics on website usage
- Hotjar: Analysis of user behaviour
Partners in Advertising
- Google Ads: Promotion and tracking of conversions
- Facebook: Advertising and social media integration
Assistance Services
- Intercom: Chat for customer service
- Zendesk: Help desk features
These third parties have their own cookie and privacy policies. For additional information, we advise looking over their policies.
7. Controlling Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage cookies on our website in a number of ways:
8. Retention of Cookies
Cookies are kept for varying lengths of time:
Session Cookies
Erased when your browser is closed
Cookies that are persistent
- Preference cookies: 1 year
- Analytics cookies: 2 years
- Marketing cookies: 30-90 days
- Security cookies: 30 days
At any time, you can manually remove cookies from your browser's settings.
9. Your Decisions
You can manage cookies in a number of ways:
Browser Settings
You can in the majority of browsers:
- View and remove cookies
- Block cookies from particular websites
- Block third-party cookies
- Clear all cookies when you close the browser
Tools for Opting Out
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
- Advertising: Your Internet Options
Note: Your user experience and the functionality of websites may be impacted if cookies are disabled.
10. Updates to the Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated periodically to take into account:
- Modifications to our cookie practices
- New legal requirements
- Enhancements to our offerings
- User comments and recommendations
When there are major changes, we will:
- Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- Send you an email or post a notice on our website
- When mandated by law, obtain new consent
To stay up to date on our cookie practices, we encourage you to periodically review this policy.
11. Get in Touch
Please get in touch with us if you have any questions concerning this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies:
Mailing Address
Cookie Policy Team
MartinPinPlays
12 Park Road
Manchester, M14 4LB
Britain