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Last updated: December 2024

This Cookie Policy explains how SMASH SOCIAL uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. We believe in transparency about the data we collect and how we use it.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser). They can be set by the website you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by third parties ("third-party cookies").

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
session_id Maintains user session state Session
csrf_token Security - prevents cross-site request forgery Session

2.2 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 provide a better user experience.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes users 2 years
_gid Google Analytics - distinguishes users 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics - throttles request rate 1 minute

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and choices. If you do not allow these cookies, some features may not function properly.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
language_pref Remembers your language preference 1 year
cookie_consent Stores your cookie preferences 1 year

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third parties whose services we use. These include:

  • Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring.
  • Google Fonts: For loading custom fonts (may set cookies).

We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective privacy policies of these third parties for more information about how they use cookies.

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

4.1 Browser Settings

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

  • View what cookies are stored on your device
  • Delete all or specific cookies
  • Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
  • Configure cookie settings for specific websites

Here are links to cookie management instructions for popular browsers:

  • Google Chrome
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Apple Safari
  • Microsoft Edge

4.2 Opting Out of Analytics

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

4.3 Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Our website currently does not respond to DNT signals, but we respect your privacy choices through the cookie management options described above.

5. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, please be aware that:

  • Some features of our website may not function properly
  • Your preferences may not be saved between visits
  • We may not be able to provide you with a personalized experience
  • You may need to manually enter information that would otherwise be remembered

6. Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as:

  • Local Storage: HTML5 local storage that persists across browser sessions.
  • Session Storage: Similar to local storage but cleared when the browser is closed.
  • Pixel Tags: Small graphic images used to track user behavior (we do not currently use these).

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. 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.

8. Company Information

Play Ping London is operated by:

  • Person with Significant Control (PSC): Nataliia Ofitserova
  • Registered Office: 71–75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, United Kingdom, WC2H 9JQ
  • Country of Registration: United Kingdom (England and Wales)

9. Contact Us

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

  • Through our contact page
  • By email at: privacy@playpinglondon.com
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