Cookies Policy
Last updated: December 17, 2024
1. Introduction
This Cookies Policy explains how SimRacing Arena ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at simracingarena.com (the "Website"). This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
By continuing to use our Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences as explained below.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners useful information about how their site is being used.
Cookies can be "persistent" (they remain on your device until they expire or you delete them) or "session" cookies (they are deleted when you close your browser). They can also be "first-party" (set by the website you are visiting) or "third-party" (set by a different website).
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly. They enable basic features such as page navigation, secure access to member areas, and processing bookings. The Website cannot function properly without these cookies.
Examples:
- Session management cookies
- Authentication cookies
- Security cookies
- Cookie consent preferences
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference, region, or username) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.
Examples:
- Language preferences
- Location preferences
- Saved booking preferences
- User interface customization
3.3 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 the services we offer.
Information collected may include:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Links clicked
- Browser and device type
- Geographic location (country/region level)
- Referral sources
3.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
We currently minimize the use of marketing cookies. If we implement marketing cookies in the future, we will update this policy and seek your consent where required.
4. Cookies We Use
Below is a list of the main cookies we use on our Website:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie-consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | Essential | 1 year |
| session_id | Maintains your session state | Essential | Session |
| user_preferences | Stores user interface preferences | Functional | 1 year |
| location_pref | Remembers preferred SimRacing Arena location | Functional | 30 days |
5. Third-Party Cookies
In some cases, we may use third-party services that place cookies on your device. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, and we encourage you to review them.
Third-party services we may use include:
- Google Fonts: For custom typography (may collect anonymized usage data)
- Payment Processors: For secure payment processing
- Content Delivery Networks: For faster website performance
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
6.1 Cookie Banner
When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Your choice will be remembered for future visits.
6.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "Options," "Preferences," or "Settings" menu of your browser. The following links provide information on how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
6.3 Consequences of Disabling Cookies
Please note that if you choose to disable cookies, some parts of our Website may not function properly. For example:
- You may not be able to log in to your account
- Your preferences may not be remembered
- The booking process may not work correctly
- Some features may be unavailable or degraded
7. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as:
- Local Storage: Stores data locally in your browser for improved performance
- Session Storage: Temporary storage that is cleared when you close your browser
- Web Beacons: Small graphics used to track user interactions (we minimize use of these)
These technologies are subject to the same controls and can be managed through your browser settings.
8. Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. There is currently no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals.
At this time, our Website does not respond to DNT signals. However, you can manage tracking through your cookie preferences as described above.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookies Policy, please contact us: