Last Updated: January 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
Cookies allow HoofIndex to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Improve your browsing experience
- Analyze how our website is used
- Provide relevant content and advertisements
- Ensure website security and functionality
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Security Cookies: Help protect against fraud and security threats
- Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:
- Google Analytics: Tracks website usage and performance
- Traffic Analysis: Monitors page views and user behavior
- Performance Monitoring: Identifies technical issues and improvements
2.3 Advertising and Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements:
- Targeting Cookies: Create profiles based on browsing behavior
- Retargeting Cookies: Show relevant ads on other websites
- Social Media Cookies: Enable sharing on social platforms
2.4 Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services we use:
- Partner Operators: Track referrals to betting sites
- Affiliate Networks: Monitor promotional campaigns
- Analytics Providers: Measure website performance
3. Specific Cookies Used
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| racing_royale_session | Maintains user session and preferences | Session |
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
| _ga | Google Analytics user identification | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics session identification | 24 hours |
| affiliate_referral | Tracks referrals to partner sites | 30 days |
4. How to Manage Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies on our website:
4.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
4.2 Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of specific tracking services:
- Google Analytics: Browser Add-on
- Advertising Cookies: Your Online Choices
- Network Advertising: NAI Opt-Out
4.3 Mobile Device Settings
Mobile devices offer additional privacy controls:
- iOS: Settings > Privacy > Tracking
- Android: Settings > Privacy > Ads
- Limit Ad Tracking options in device settings
5. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept all cookies for the full website experience
- Customize your cookie preferences
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Change your preferences at any time
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling cookies may affect your website experience:
- Some website features may not function properly
- Your preferences won't be remembered
- You may see less relevant content and advertisements
- We can't provide personalized recommendations
7. Third-Party Privacy Policies
We use services from third parties that may set their own cookies. Please review their privacy policies:
- Google Analytics: Google Privacy Policy
- Partner Operators: Check individual operator privacy policies
- Social Media Platforms: Review platform-specific privacy settings
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in:
- Our use of cookies and tracking technologies
- Legal requirements and regulations
- Industry best practices
- New features and functionalities
We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.
9. Legal Basis for Cookie Use
Our legal basis for using cookies includes:
- Consent: For non-essential cookies where you've given permission
- Legitimate Interest: For analytics and performance optimization
- Necessity: For essential cookies required for website functionality
10. International Considerations
We comply with international cookie laws and regulations:
- GDPR (EU): European General Data Protection Regulation
- ePrivacy Directive: European cookie law requirements
- CCPA (California): California Consumer Privacy Act
- State Laws: Various US state privacy regulations
11. Contact Information
If you have questions about our cookie practices, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Privacy Team: [email protected]
- Address: HoofIndex Cookie Department, 123 Cookie Lane, Privacy City, PC 12345
12. Cookie Preferences Center
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in our footer
- Using your browser's privacy settings
- Contacting our privacy team directly
- Following opt-out links provided by third parties
Note: This website is intended for users 21 years of age and older. Our cookie practices are designed to comply with applicable laws and protect user privacy.