Cookie Policy
How we use cookies and similar technologies on GundogsMarket.
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how GundogsMarket ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you access or use our website ("the Platform").
It should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
By continuing to use the Platform after seeing our cookie banner, you consent to the use of non-essential cookies where required under UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
1. What Are Cookies?Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, phone, or tablet) when you visit a website.
They help websites function, improve performance, and provide analytics and personalization.
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)
- Persistent cookies (stored until they expire or are deleted)
- First-party cookies (set by us)
- Third-party cookies (set by external services we integrate with)
We use cookies for the following purposes:
2.1 Essential / Strictly Necessary CookiesThese cookies are required for the Platform to function. They enable:
- Login and account management
- Security and fraud prevention
- Basic site navigation
- Listing creation and messaging functionality
You cannot disable these cookies through our cookie banner.
Examples:
- Authentication tokens
- Session management cookies
- Security/CSRF protection cookies
These cookies help us understand how users interact with the Platform so we can improve performance, fix issues, and optimize user experience.
We may use:
- Google Analytics
- Other analytics tools (as applicable)
These cookies collect information such as:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Device and browser type
- Clicks and navigation patterns
These cookies are non-essential and require your consent.
2.3 Functionality CookiesThese cookies enable personalized features, such as:
- Saving your preferences
- Remembering listing filters or search history
- Improving browsing experience
These cookies are optional and require consent if not strictly necessary.
2.4 Advertising & Marketing CookiesWe may use marketing cookies to:
- Measure the performance of ads
- Build audiences for advertising
- Deliver more relevant ads on third-party platforms (e.g., Google, Meta)
- Track conversions from paid advertising campaigns
These cookies do not store personal identifying information but may use unique identifiers or hashed data.
These cookies require explicit consent.
2.5 Third-Party CookiesWe may integrate with third-party services that set their own cookies, such as:
- Payment processors
- Analytics providers
- Advertising networks
- Social media platforms
- Cloud hosting/CDN services (e.g., Cloudflare)
We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing the relevant third-party privacy policies.
3. Cookies We UseExamples of cookies on GundogsMarket include (non-exhaustive):
- session_id – essential for login and authentication
- XSRF-TOKEN – essential for security and form protection
- ga_* – Google Analytics cookies for visitor measurement
- _fbp – Facebook Pixel cookie for ad performance tracking
- Preference cookies (to remember filters, location, etc.)
A full cookie list may evolve as we update or add features.
4. Managing Your Cookie PreferencesWhen you visit our website for the first time, you will see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Manage individual cookie categories
You can change your preferences at any time.
4.1 Browser ControlYou may also block or delete cookies through your browser settings.
For more information:
- Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
- Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/cookies-information-websites-store-on-your-computer
- Safari: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471/mac
- Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/help/4027947/microsoft-edge-delete-cookies
Blocking cookies may impact site functionality.
5. Third-Party Tracking TechnologiesSome marketing or analytics partners may use:
- Pixels
- Tags
- Web beacons
- SDKs or scripts
These technologies help measure engagement or ad performance.
We do not allow third-party trackers that collect personal information without consent.
6. Updates to This Cookie PolicyWe may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Legal or regulatory changes
- Updates to our cookie usage
- Changes to technology or platform features
The updated date at the top of this page indicates the latest revision.
7. Contact UsFor questions about cookies or to exercise your data rights, contact:
Email: [email protected]