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Cookies Policy

Last updated: 30/09/2025

This Cookie Policy explains how FiveBrowse ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our platform. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

1. What Are Cookies

1.1 Definition

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

1.2 Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies including:

  • Web beacons (small graphic images)
  • Pixel tags
  • Local storage (HTML5)
  • Session storage
  • Flash cookies

For simplicity, we refer to all these technologies as "cookies" in this policy.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Platform to function properly. Without these cookies, certain services cannot be provided.

Purpose:

  • Authenticate your account and maintain your login session
  • Remember your cookie consent preferences
  • Provide security features and prevent fraud
  • Enable core platform functionality
  • Load balance server requests

Legal Basis: These cookies are necessary for the performance of our contract with you and to provide the services you've requested.

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.

Purpose:

  • Remember your preferences (language, region, filters)
  • Personalize content and recommendations
  • Remember information you've entered in forms
  • Provide enhanced features you've requested
  • Remember your settings across sessions

Legal Basis: Your consent, which you can withdraw at any time.

2.3 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Platform by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

Purpose:

  • Analyze platform usage and traffic patterns
  • Count visits and traffic sources
  • Measure platform performance
  • Identify and fix errors
  • Test new features and improvements
  • Generate statistical reports

Legal Basis: Your consent or our legitimate interest in improving the Platform.

2.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be used to deliver relevant advertisements and track advertising campaign performance.

Purpose:

  • Display relevant advertisements
  • Limit the number of times you see an advertisement
  • Measure advertising effectiveness
  • Understand your interests
  • Build advertising profiles

Legal Basis: Your consent, which you can withdraw at any time.

2.5 Social Media Cookies

These cookies are set by social media platforms integrated into our Platform.

Purpose:

  • Enable Discord authentication
  • Allow social media sharing
  • Track social media interactions
  • Provide social media features

Legal Basis: Your consent when you use these features.

3. Cookie Duration

3.1 Session Cookies

Session cookies are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They help us maintain your session and remember your actions during a single browsing session.

3.2 Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period (ranging from days to years) or until you delete them. They help us remember your preferences and actions across multiple sessions.

4. First-Party and Third-Party Cookies

4.1 First-Party Cookies

First-party cookies are set by FiveBrowse directly. We have full control over these cookies and use them to operate and improve our Platform.

4.2 Third-Party Cookies

Third-party cookies are set by external services we use. These may include:

  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Social media platforms (e.g., Discord)
  • Advertising networks
  • Content delivery networks
  • Payment processors

These third parties have their own cookie and privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.

5. Specific Cookies We Use

Cookie Name Type Purpose Duration
session_id Strictly Necessary Maintains user session Session
auth_token Strictly Necessary Authentication 7 days
cookie_consent Strictly Necessary Stores cookie preferences 1 year
user_preferences Functional Saves user settings 1 year
_ga Analytics Google Analytics 2 years
_gid Analytics Google Analytics 24 hours

This is not an exhaustive list. Additional cookies may be used as we add features or integrate new services.

6. How to Control Cookies

6.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit FiveBrowse, you'll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time through our cookie settings.

6.2 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • View and delete cookies
  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Clear cookies when you close your browser
  • Set exceptions for specific websites

Consult your browser's help documentation for instructions:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
  • Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

6.3 Third-Party Opt-Outs

You can opt out of certain third-party cookies:

6.4 Mobile Devices

Mobile devices have settings to control tracking. Check your device's privacy settings for options to limit ad tracking or reset your advertising identifier.

6.5 Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, certain features may not work properly:

  • You may not be able to log in
  • Your preferences won't be saved
  • Some features may be unavailable
  • Pages may not display correctly
  • You'll need to re-enter information

7. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you don't want to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for responding to DNT signals, and we do not currently respond to DNT browser signals. We will continue to monitor developments in this area.

8. Updates to Cookie Technology

As technology evolves, we may adopt new tracking technologies. We will update this Cookie Policy to reflect any significant changes in how we use cookies or similar technologies.

9. International Considerations

9.1 European Union and UK

We comply with the EU ePrivacy Directive and UK cookie regulations. We will not set non-essential cookies without your consent. You can withdraw consent at any time.

9.2 California and Other US States

Some US states have laws regarding online tracking. While we don't "sell" personal information as traditionally defined, our use of certain cookies may constitute "sharing" under some state laws. You can opt out through our cookie settings.

9.3 Other Jurisdictions

Users in other jurisdictions may have additional rights under local privacy laws. Contact us if you have questions about your rights.

10. Children's Privacy

FiveBrowse is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13 through cookies or any other means. If you are a parent and believe your child has provided us with information, please contact us.

11. Changes to This Cookie Policy

11.1 Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our practices, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.

11.2 Notification

When we make significant changes, we will notify you through a notice on the Platform or via email. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last revised.

11.3 Review

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:

13. Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and online privacy:

By continuing to use FiveBrowse, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy and consent to our use of cookies as described herein.

Last Updated: September 30, 2025