Cookie Policy

How we use cookies and similar technologies

Last Updated: April 18, 2026

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They allow us to remember your preferences, analyze how you use our service, and provide a more personalized experience.

This Cookie Policy explains how Bowlio Bowls Management System ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and web application.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies without severely affecting the website's functionality.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
PHPSESSID	Maintains your login session	Session
csrf_token	Prevents cross-site request forgery	Session
remember_login	Remembers your login preferences	30 days

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our service and user experience.

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

Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display ads that are relevant and engaging for individual users. We may use these cookies to show you relevant advertisements on our website and others.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
_fbp	Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions	90 days
ads/ga-audiences	Google Ads - remarketing	90 days

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
theme_preference	Remembers your theme choice	1 year
language	Stores your language preference	1 year
dashboard_layout	Remembers your dashboard preferences	30 days

Your Cookie Choices

Managing Cookies Through Your Browser

You can control and manage cookies in various ways:

Most web browsers allow you to:

View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
Block third-party cookies
Block cookies from particular sites
Block all cookies from being set
Delete all cookies when you close your browser

To manage cookies in popular browsers:

Chrome

Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

Firefox

Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

Edge

Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

Please note: Blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website. Some features may not work properly without cookies.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We have no control over these cookies, and they are subject to the respective third party's privacy policy.

Third parties that may set cookies on our website:

Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
Stripe: For secure payment processing
Bootstrap CDN: For website styling and functionality
Font Awesome: For icons and visual elements

We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third parties for more information about their cookies and how to manage them.

Cookie Retention

Cookies remain on your device for different periods depending on their type:

Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
Persistent Cookies: Remain until deleted or expired (typically 30 days to 2 years)
Essential Cookies: May have varying lifespans based on their purpose

You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings, but this may affect your experience on our website.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

Posting the updated policy on this page
Updating the "Last Updated" date
Sending an email notification (where appropriate)

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices.

Contact Us

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

Cookie Questions

Email: privacy@bowlio.co.uk
Subject: Cookie Policy Inquiry

Data Protection Officer

Email: dpo@bowlio.co.uk
Address: Bowlio Bowls Club
[Club Address]
United Kingdom

We use cookies to enhance your experience with our bowls club management system. By continuing to use our service, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.