Last Updated: April 2026
Website: https://offsideedge.com

This Cookie Policy explains how Offside Edge (“we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy, unless you disable them via your browser or cookie settings.

⚽ What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help improve your experience by remembering preferences and enabling certain functionalities.

📊 Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly.

They include:

Login authentication
Security features
Page navigation

Without these cookies, the site may not work correctly.

2. Performance & Analytics Cookies

We use tools like Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website.

These cookies help us:

Track page views and traffic
Improve content and user experience
Analyse performance

All data collected is anonymised where possible.

3. Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences, such as:

Saved login details
Display settings
Comment form data

This improves your browsing experience.

4. Advertising Cookies (if applicable)

We may use advertising services such as:

Google AdSense

These cookies may:

Display relevant ads
Limit repeated ads
Track ad performance

Third-party advertisers may use cookies according to their own policies.

💬 Cookies Related to Comments

If you leave a comment on Offside Edge, you may opt in to saving your:

Name
Email address
Website

These cookies last for one year for convenience.

🔐 Login Cookies

When you log in:

Temporary cookies check browser compatibility
Login cookies last 2 days
“Remember Me” extends login to 2 weeks
Screen preference cookies last 1 year

Logging out removes login cookies.

📝 Editing & Publishing Cookies

If you edit or publish an article:

A cookie is stored indicating the post ID
No personal data is stored
Expires after 1 day

🔗 Third-Party & Embedded Content Cookies

Articles may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, social media).

These external websites may:

Use cookies
Track your interaction
Collect data independently

This applies even more if you are logged into those services.

⚙️ How to Manage Cookies

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings:

Block all cookies
Delete existing cookies
Set preferences per website

⚠️ Note: Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

🇬🇧 GDPR & Your Rights

Under GDPR (UK/EU), you have the right to:

Be informed about data collection
Access your personal data
Request deletion of your data
Withdraw consent at any time

You can manage your cookie preferences via our cookie banner (if enabled).

🔄 Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised date.

📬 Contact Information

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy:

📧 Email: contact@offsideedge.com

⚽ Offside Edge Commitment

We are committed to transparency, privacy, and providing a safe experience while delivering football news and content.