Cookie Policy
Last updated: April 2026
This page explains what cookies and similar technologies Licensed Betting Sites uses, why we use them, and how you can control them.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. They help websites remember preferences and understand how visitors use the site. Some cookies are set by us (first-party) and some by services we use (third-party).
Cookies We Use
1. Essential / Functional (First-Party)
| Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| theme | Stores your light/dark mode preference | Persistent (localStorage) | First-party |
| favourites | Stores your bookmaker shortlist selections | Persistent (localStorage) | First-party |
| brandOrder | Stores custom brand ordering preference | Persistent (localStorage) | First-party |
These are stored in your browser's localStorage, not as traditional cookies. They are never transmitted to our servers.
2. Analytics (Third-Party - Google Analytics)
| Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique visitors | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
Google Analytics helps us understand how visitors use our site (pages visited, time on site, device type). Data is aggregated and anonymised. IP addresses are not stored in full. Google's privacy policy applies: policies.google.com/privacy.
3. Affiliate Tracking (Third-Party)
When you click an outbound link to a betting operator, you pass through our link redirect system. The destination operator may set cookies on your device to track that you arrived from our site. This allows the operator to attribute any subsequent account registration to us, for which we may receive a commission.
We do not control these cookies. Each operator's cookie policy governs their use. Common affiliate tracking cookies include:
| Set By | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Betting operators (various) | Attribute your visit/registration to our site | Typically 30-90 days |
4. Font Loading (Third-Party)
We load fonts from Fontshare (api.fontshare.com) and Google Fonts (fonts.googleapis.com). These services may log your IP address when fonts are downloaded. Neither service sets cookies, but the font request itself constitutes a third-party connection. See Google Fonts privacy FAQ.
Managing Cookies
You can manage cookies through your browser settings:
- Block all cookies: The site will continue to work, but your theme preference will not be saved
- Block third-party cookies: Google Analytics and affiliate tracking cookies will be blocked. Site functionality is unaffected
- Clear cookies: Remove all existing cookies. Your theme and shortlist preferences will be reset
- Opt out of Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Browser-specific instructions: Chrome | Firefox | Safari
Changes to This Policy
We may update this cookie policy as our use of technologies changes. The date at the top reflects the last update.
Contact
Questions about our use of cookies: [email protected]