Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies FreeBetDeal uses, why we use them, and how you can control or disable them. Also read our Privacy Policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookie Policy: Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website owners about how their sites are used.

Some cookies are essential for the website to function — without them, certain features would not work. Others are optional and require your consent under the UK’s Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and UK GDPR.

Cookie Categories We Use

🔒 Strictly Necessary

Essential for the website to function. Cannot be disabled. Do not require consent under PECR.

📊 Analytics

Help us understand how visitors interact with our site so we can improve performance and content. Require consent.

🎯 Marketing / Affiliate

Track affiliate referrals and advertising effectiveness. Require consent. Set by us and our affiliate partners.

⚙️ Preferences

Remember your preferences such as language, region, and cookie consent choices. Require consent.

Cookies We Use

Cookie Name	Category	Purpose	Duration	Provider
_session	Essential	Maintains your session state while you browse the site.	Session	FreeBetDeal
cookie_consent	Essential	Stores your cookie consent preferences so you are not repeatedly asked.	12 months	FreeBetDeal
_ga	Analytics	Google Analytics — distinguishes users. Used to calculate visits, sessions, and traffic sources.	2 years	Google
_ga_XXXXXXXX	Analytics	Google Analytics 4 — maintains session state and sends usage data to Google Analytics.	2 years	Google
_gid	Analytics	Google Analytics — distinguishes users. Expires after 24 hours.	24 hours	Google
aff_click_id	Marketing	Tracks affiliate click IDs so that referrals can be attributed to FreeBetDeal for commission purposes.	30 days	FreeBetDeal / affiliate networks
cf_clearance	Essential	Cloudflare — security cookie used to identify trusted visitors and prevent DDoS/bot attacks.	30 minutes	Cloudflare
lang_pref	Preferences	Remembers your preferred language and region settings.	12 months	FreeBetDeal

This list is updated regularly. New cookies may be added as our services evolve. We will update this policy when material changes are made.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services we use, including:

• Google Analytics — Website traffic measurement. Data is processed by Google LLC. See Google’s Privacy Policy.
• Cloudflare — CDN and security services. See Cloudflare’s Privacy Policy.
• Affiliate Networks — Partners including various iGaming affiliate networks use tracking cookies to attribute referrals. These partners have their own cookie and privacy policies.

We do not control cookies set by third parties and recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies.

How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences

🍪 Our Cookie Consent Tool

Cookie Policy: When you first visit FreeBetDeal, you will be shown a cookie consent banner where you can accept or decline non-essential cookies by category. You can update your preferences at any time by clicking “Cookie Settings” in our site footer.

Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the site to function.

Managing Cookies in Your Browser

You can also control cookies directly through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to view, delete, and block cookies. Note that blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of websites you visit, including this one.

• 🌐 Google Chrome
• 🦊 Firefox
• 🍎 Safari
• 🔷 Microsoft Edge
• 🔴 Opera

Opting Out of Google Analytics

To opt out of Google Analytics across all websites, install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy: We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our use of cookies or applicable law. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page will always reflect the most recent revision.

For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at info@freebetdeal.com.