Cookie Policy
Last updated: 18 May 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember information about your visit, which can make it easier to visit again and make the site more useful to you.
Under the EU ePrivacy Directive (Cookie Law) and the GDPR, we must obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.
How We Use Cookies
We categorise cookies into four groups. You can manage your preferences at any time via the Cookie Settings link in the footer.
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function. They cannot be disabled. No personal data is stored beyond what is technically required.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| fh_consent | Stores your cookie consent choices (category preferences + timestamp). No personal identifiers. | 1 year | FootballHub (1st party) |
| __Host-* | Infrastructure security cookies set by Vercel (CSRF protection). | Session | Vercel |
Analytics Cookies
Consent requiredUsed to understand how visitors use FootballHub. Data is anonymised and used solely to improve the user experience. These cookies are only set if you consent to the Analytics category.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics — distinguishes users via a randomly-generated ID. IP anonymisation is enabled. | 2 years | |
| plausible_* | Plausible Analytics — privacy-first, cookieless analytics (if enabled). No cross-site tracking. | Session | Plausible |
Functional Cookies
Consent requiredEnhance your experience by remembering preferences such as your chosen theme or favourite teams. Only active if you consent to the Functional category.
No functional cookies are currently active.
Marketing Cookies
Consent requiredUsed to serve relevant advertising and track campaign effectiveness. FootballHub does not currently use marketing cookies. This category exists for transparency about potential future monetisation.
No marketing cookies are currently active.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several ways to control cookies:
- Cookie Settings on FootballHub: Click Cookie Settings in the footer at any time to update your preferences. Your new choice takes effect immediately.
- Browser settings:Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. Note that disabling essential cookies may break site functionality. See your browser's help documentation:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
- Google Analytics opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy when we add or change cookies on the site. Significant changes will trigger a re-display of the consent banner so you can review and update your preferences.