Cookie Policy

Last updated: 5 October 2025

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They allow our website to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language and other settings.

This Cookie Policy explains how Sports Venue Guides ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as:

  • Logging into your account
  • Setting privacy preferences
  • Filling in forms
  • Adding items to shopping cart

2. Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us:

  • Count visits and traffic sources
  • Measure and improve website performance
  • Understand which pages are most popular
  • Identify technical issues and errors

3. Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as:

  • Remembering your preferences and settings
  • Saving your search history
  • Providing personalized content recommendations
  • Remembering your location for local venue suggestions

4. Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by advertising partners to:

  • Build a profile of your interests
  • Show relevant advertisements on other websites
  • Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
  • Limit the number of times you see an advertisement
Specific Cookies We Use
Cookie NameTypeDurationPurpose
svg_sessionEssentialSessionMaintains your login session
svg_preferencesFunctionality1 yearStores your site preferences
_gaAnalytics2 yearsGoogle Analytics - distinguishes users
_gidAnalytics24 hoursGoogle Analytics - distinguishes users
svg_adsAdvertising30 daysTracks ad preferences and effectiveness
Third-Party Cookies

We use several third-party services that may set cookies on your device:

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website usage and improve our services. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information about how visitors use our site.

You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Social Media Platforms

Our website includes social media sharing buttons from platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. These platforms may set cookies when you interact with their buttons.

Advertising Partners

We work with advertising partners who may use cookies to deliver relevant advertisements. These partners include:

  • Google Ads
  • Facebook Pixel
  • Travel booking platforms
  • Hotel and accommodation providers
Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize your preferences
  • Learn more about each cookie type

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies only
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Set notifications when cookies are being used

Browser-Specific Instructions

Please note: Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your user experience.

Mobile Devices

Mobile devices use similar technologies to cookies, such as:

  • Local Storage: Stores data locally on your device
  • Session Storage: Temporarily stores data during your visit
  • Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers for mobile advertising

You can manage these through your device settings or by adjusting your browser preferences on mobile.

Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature that signals websites you don't want to be tracked. Currently, there is no standard for how websites should respond to Do Not Track signals, so we do not currently respond to these signals.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website
  • Showing a notification when you next visit
  • Sending an email to registered users
Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Email: cookies@sportsvenueguides.com

Privacy Team: privacy@sportsvenueguides.com

Address: Sports Venue Guides
[Your Address]
[City, Country, Postal Code]

For more information about our privacy practices, please see our Privacy Policy.