Last Updated: December 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Fishing Enthusiasts Ltd ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website fishingenthusiasts.co.uk (the "Service"). This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners. Cookies allow a website to recognise your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions.
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt-out of these cookies as they are necessary for the Service to work.
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These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the way our website works.
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For more information about Google Analytics cookies, visit: Google's Cookie Policy
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, more personal features.
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These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They also help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
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For more information about Google AdSense cookies, visit: Google Advertising Privacy & Terms
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics of the Service and deliver advertisements on and through the Service.
We use the following Google services that may set cookies:
| Service | Purpose | Cookie Types |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Website analytics and usage statistics | Performance cookies |
| Google AdSense | Displaying personalised advertisements | Targeting/Advertising cookies |
| Google Maps | Displaying location maps | Functionality cookies |
For detailed information about how Google uses cookies, please visit: Google Cookie Policy
Cookies can be either "session" or "persistent" cookies:
You have the right to accept or reject cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Here are links to instructions for popular browsers:
You can also opt out of certain cookies using the following tools:
Note: If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly, and your experience may be affected.
In accordance with UK law (Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003, as amended), we are required to obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device. We provide a cookie consent mechanism that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
Essential cookies that are strictly necessary for the website to function do not require your consent under UK law.
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. As a result, we do not currently respond to DNT browser signals or mechanisms.
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 new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
Below is a comprehensive list of cookies we use on our website:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains user session and login state | Session | First-party |
| csrf_token | Security token for form submissions | Session | First-party |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year | First-party |
| fs_points_data | Stores FS points and game progress | 1 year | First-party |
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - session state | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours | Third-party (Google) |
| _gat | Google Analytics - throttles request rate | 1 minute | Third-party (Google) |
| performance_data | Tracks website performance metrics | 30 days | First-party |
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| language_pref | Stores your language preference | 1 year | First-party |
| theme_preference | Stores your display theme preference | 1 year | First-party |
| game_settings | Stores your game configuration | 6 months | First-party |
| user_preferences | Stores various user interface preferences | 1 year | First-party |
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| __gads | Google AdSense - ad delivery | 13 months | Third-party (Google) |
| __gpi | Google AdSense - ad performance | 13 months | Third-party (Google) |
| IDE | Google DoubleClick - ad targeting | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
| test_cookie | Google DoubleClick - checks if cookies are enabled | 15 minutes | Third-party (Google) |
| ad_personalization | Stores ad personalization preferences | 1 year | First-party |
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
You can withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time. This will not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal.
In addition to cookies, we may use other storage technologies:
These technologies are subject to the same privacy and consent requirements as cookies.
For detailed information about how third parties use cookies, please review their policies:
Cookies have different lifespans:
Cookies are automatically deleted when they expire. You can also manually delete cookies through your browser settings at any time.
If you disable cookies, certain features may not function properly:
If we develop mobile applications, they may use similar tracking technologies. This Cookie Policy applies to mobile applications, and we will provide additional information in the app's privacy settings.
We regularly review and update our cookie usage. This list may change as we add new features or work with different service providers. We will update this Cookie Policy to reflect any significant changes.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Fishing Enthusiasts Ltd
123 Thames Street
London, SW1A 1AA
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 (0) 20 7864 0035
Business Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM GMT