At GoalBorn, we are committed to enhancing your experience on our sports blog. To do so, we use cookies on our website to collect information about how you interact with our content. This cookie policy explains what cookies are, why we use them, how you can manage your preferences, and the categories of cookies we employ.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They help the website recognize your device and store certain information about your past visits. This data can include preferences, browsing behavior, and other usage patterns. Cookies are widely used to improve user experience and efficiency, as well as for analytical and promotional purposes.Why Do We Use Cookies?
GoalBorn uses cookies for several reasons:- To enhance website functionality and customization for optimal user experiences.
- To gather analytics regarding our audience views and interactions, helping us to improve our services.
- To understand user behavior on our site and deliver tailored content that resonates with your interests.
- To manage user sessions effectively, facilitating smooth navigation throughout the website.
Categories of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are critical for the functioning of our website. Without these cookies, certain features and functionalities of our site may not operate, which could hinder your ability to navigate effectively.- Purpose: These cookies are required for basic website activities, such as accessing secure areas and enabling appropriate content display.
- Examples:
- Authentication cookies when you log into your account.
- Security cookies that prevent fraudulent activities.
Performance Cookies
Performance cookies help us understand how our website is being used and which areas may need improvement.- Purpose: These cookies help track data related to user behavior and interactions on our site. Examples include how often users visit our blog, which articles are viewed most, and the time spent on each page.
- Examples:
- Google Analytics cookies that aggregate statistical data and report trends without identifying individual users.
Functional Cookies
Functional cookies are used to provide a more personalized experience on the website.- Purpose: These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make, such as username, language preferences, or region.
- Examples:
- Cookies that remember your preferences for display settings (e.g., dark mode).
- Cookies that keep user preferences stored across sessions.
Targeting/Advertising Cookies
Targeting or advertising cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests.- Purpose: These cookies may track your activity across the web and are often set by third-party advertising networks.
- Examples:
- Cookies from ad-enabling networks that track your browsing history and interests to serve personalized ads.
Managing Cookies
You have the right to manage and control the cookies configured on your device. Here are different ways you can opt-in or opt-out of cookie usage:1. Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to manage cookie settings. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, delete cookies that have already been placed, or receive notifications when a cookie is set. Please refer to your browser's help section for detailed instructions on how to change cookie preferences. Common browsers include:
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Microsoft Edge
- Safari
2. Cookie Consent Banner: On your first visit to GoalBorn, the cookie consent banner will appear, allowing you to select which cookie categories you wish to enable. Specific functionality can be opened or closed based on your preference.
3. Opt-Out Links: For certain advertising and tracking cookies, you may have options to opt-out through industry self-regulatory programs. For instance, you can use the Network Advertising Initiative or the Digital Advertising Alliance tools to manage third-party advertising cookies.
4. Deleting Cookies: If you decide to delete cookies, please note this may adversely clean up data stored that make your navigation less personalized and smoother.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our cookie policy or wish to reach out regarding your privacy, please contact us at [email protected].---
This cookie policy serves to promote transparency and enhance the overall user experience on the GoalBorn website, ensuring that you understand our use of cookies and your choices regarding them.