BallStorm Cookie Policy: We Value Your Privacy

Welcome to the BallStorm sports blog! This Cookie Policy outlines our use of cookies and similar technologies on our website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, mobile, tablet) when you visit a website. They help the website function properly and improve your browsing experience by remembering your actions and preferences over time (such as login details, language, and other display preferences).

Cookies are divided into different categories based on their purpose, duration, and whether they originate from our website or from third parties. Below, we outline the categories of cookies we use:

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are crucial for enabling you to navigate our website and use its features. Without these cookies, certain services you may request cannot be provided. These cookies do not gather information about you for marketing purposes and do not remember where you have been on the Internet.

- Purpose: Ensure the website functions correctly (e.g., remembering login details, session management).
- Examples:
- Session ID cookies that maintain your session as you navigate the site.

Performance Cookies

Performance cookies collect information about how visitors use our site. They help us understand which pages are popular, how much time visitors spend on our site, and other analytics aspects. This data is aggregated and anonymous.

- Purpose: Improve the performance and user experience of the website.
- Examples:
- Google Analytics cookies that track visit statistics.
- Cookies that measure how often users return.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow our website to remember the choices you make and provide enhanced functionalities and personalization. For instance, these cookies enable us to remember your preferences, language settings, and other customizations.

- Purpose: Provide enhanced features and personalizations.
- Examples:
- Cookies that remember your preferred layout or design choices.
- Cookies that remember your username for future visits if saved.

Targeting/Advertising Cookies

Although BallStorm may not directly use targeting cookies, these cookies are often set by third parties on behalf of advertisers. They may collect information about your browsing habits in order to make advertising more relevant to you and your interests.

- Purpose: Deliver advertisements relevant to you and limit the frequency of ads displayed.
- Examples:
- Cookies that track your visits across various websites to tailor advertisements accordingly.

Other Cookies (e.g., Social Media Cookies)

Some third-party services used on our website may place their own cookies on your device to collect information. These cookies may occur, for example, when you share content through social media buttons or embedded content from platforms such as YouTube.

- Purpose: Facilitate social sharing or content integration.
- Examples:
- Cookies placed by social media platforms to share content.
- Cookies that track interactions with embedded content from other websites.

How to Manage Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to allow or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences in various ways:

1. Browser Settings: You can control cookies using your web browser settings. Most browsers provide an option to accept or reject cookies. Each browser is different, so it is advisable to check the help section of your browser for specific information on how to manage and delete cookies.

2. Cookie Consent Management Tools: Depending on the version of our website you’re using, there may be options available to customize your cookie settings when you first visit the website. Look for a cookie management tool that allows you to make choices about the cookies you accept.

3. Opting Out of Advertising Cookies: You can also opt out of targeted advertising cookies by visiting the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) or the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) websites.

4. Device and Application Settings: If you use a mobile device, you can adjust settings to manage cookies stored on that device. Refer to your device’s instructions for more information.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update our Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect any changes in technology or our data practices. Please review this document periodically for any revisions. Your continued use of our platform after changes are made constitutes your acceptance of the new Cookie Policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy, feel free to reach out to us via email at [[email protected]].

Thank you for visiting the BallStorm sports blog and for your understanding of our cookie practices!