This Cookie Policy explains how Read Man Utd (readmanutd.com) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to site owners.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| darkMode | Stores your dark/light mode preference | Persistent |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They also help limit the number of times you see an ad and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| __gads | Google Ad Manager | Ad delivery and targeting | 13 months |
| __gpi | Google Ad Manager | Ad personalisation | 13 months |
| test_cookie | DoubleClick | Checks if browser accepts cookies | 15 minutes |
| IDE | DoubleClick | Ad targeting and measurement | 13 months |
Third-party ad partners may also set cookies via our website. For details on these cookies, please refer to the respective privacy policies of our advertising partners.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences.
Managing Cookies
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in the footer of our website, or through your browser settings.
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Delete all cookies from your browser
- Block all cookies by default
- Allow cookies from specific websites
- Block third-party cookies
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website and limit certain functionality.
Consent
When you first visit our website, you will be shown a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences. Your consent preferences are stored and can be changed at any time.
Our cookie consent banner allows you to manage your preferences in compliance with UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR). You can update your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in our website footer.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.
Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at privacy@readmanutd.com.