Last Updated: September 21, 2023

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At CHARS Youth Football Club, we value your privacy and strive to provide you with transparent information about our use of cookies. This Cookie Policy, with insights from our Technical Director, Steve Halls, explains how we use cookies on our website and mobile applications.

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1. What Are Cookies?
 

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit websites. They are widely used to enhance your online experience, and they collect data about your browsing behavior.
 

2. Why Do We Use Cookies?`
 

Cookies serve several important purposes on our website and mobile applications:
 

• Performance: Cookies help us understand how you interact with our platforms, allowing us to optimise and improve their performance.
   

• Functionality: Some cookies remember your preferences and settings, making it easier for you to navigate and use our services.
   

• Analytics: We use cookies to gather data on user behaviour, such as page views and click-through rates, to help us improve our content and services.
   

• Security: Cookies are also used for security purposes, helping us detect and prevent fraudulent activity.

3. Types of Cookies We Use
 

• Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the proper functioning of our website and apps. They include session cookies that allow you to navigate between pages and access secure areas.
   

• Analytical Cookies: These cookies help us analyse how users interact with our platforms. They collect data anonymously and are used to improve our services.
   

• Functionality Cookies: These cookies remember your preferences, such as language or region, to enhance your user experience.
   

• Advertising Cookies: We may use these cookies to display personalised advertisements based on your interests and browsing behavior.
   

4. Insights from Steve Halls, Technical Director
 

Steve Halls, our Technical Director, emphasises the importance of cookies in improving your experience on our platforms:

"Cookies are an integral part of our website and app development. They help us identify areas that need improvement, ensuring we provide a seamless experience for players, parents, and coaches. We take privacy seriously and only use cookies for legitimate purposes, such as enhancing performance and security."
 

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
 

You have the option to manage your cookie preferences. Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can choose to accept, reject, or delete cookies. However, please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website and apps.
 

6. Changes to this Policy
 

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. Please review this policy periodically for any updates.
 

7. Contact Us
 

If you have any questions or concerns about our Cookie Policy or cookie usage, please contact us at hello@charsfc.com 

By continuing to use CHARS Youth Football Club's website and mobile applications, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.