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Cookies

Updated: 29 January 2026

This policy explains how Throwdown uses cookies and similar technologies on its platform.

1. What is a cookie?

A cookie is a small text file saved on your device while you browse.

It allows us to recognise your browser, remember your preferences and ensure the site works correctly.

2. Which cookies do we use?

We use a category-based cookie management system that lets you precisely control your experience.

Essential cookies

Necessary for the site to work (authentication, security, payments)

Cookies used: session, auth, stripe, cloudflare, csrf

Functional cookies

Improve your experience (preferences, language, settings)

Cookies used: preferences, language, theme, notifications

Analytics cookies

Help us understand site usage (Google Analytics, Hotjar)

Cookies used: _ga, _ga_*, _gid, _hj*, gtag

These cookies are only placed after obtaining the user's explicit consent.

Marketing cookies

Personalise advertising and measure campaign effectiveness

Cookies used: _fbp, _fbc, fr, sb, datr, c_user

These cookies are only placed after obtaining the user's explicit consent.

3. Retention period

Cookies are kept for a maximum of 13 months from the time they are placed on your device.

4. Managing your preferences

We use a granular consent system that lets you choose precisely which cookies you accept.

  • Cookie banner: On your first visit, a banner lets you choose your preferences
  • Preference management: You can change your choices at any time via the "Manage preferences" button
  • Consent by category: Each type of cookie can be enabled or disabled individually
  • Essential cookies: Always on because they are necessary for the site to work
  • Persistence: Your preferences are saved and respected on your next visits

Google Consent Mode v2: We use Google Consent Mode technology to respect your choices and automatically adjust the behaviour of Google Analytics services.

5. Your rights and compliance

Data controller: Throwdown

In accordance with the GDPR and the ePrivacy directive, you have full rights over your browsing data.

To learn more about the processing of your personal data, see our Privacy Policy.

  • Right of access: You can check which cookies are used on your device
  • Right of withdrawal: You can change or withdraw your consent at any time
  • Right to object: You can refuse certain cookies via our settings or your browser
  • Right to erasure: You can request the deletion of non-essential cookies

GDPR contact: contact@throwdown.live

We undertake to respond to your requests within a maximum of 30 days.

6. Updates

This policy may be changed at any time. The applicable version is the one published on this page.