Cookie Policy

Last updated: 12 January 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet or mobile) when you visit a website or use an app. Cookies help websites and applications function correctly, improve performance, remember your preferences, and provide insight into how the service is used.

Some cookies are essential for the Platform to work. Others are optional and are only used with your consent.

2. How We Use Cookies

Dirtlaps uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • enable core site and platform functionality;
  • keep you signed in and maintain secure sessions;
  • remember preferences and settings;
  • understand how users interact with the Platform;
  • monitor performance and improve reliability.

Without certain cookies, parts of the Platform may not function as intended.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Session and persistent cookies

Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They help us track actions during a single visit.

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They help us remember preferences and recognise you when you return.

3.2 First-party and third-party cookies

First-party cookies are set by Dirtlaps directly and are necessary for features such as login sessions and preference storage.

Third-party cookies may be set by trusted service providers that help us analyse usage, improve performance, or deliver platform functionality.

4. Cookie Categories

We categorise cookies based on the role they play on the Platform:

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies – required for the Platform to function. These enable core features such as secure login, navigation, and access to protected areas. These cookies cannot be disabled.
  • Functionality Cookies – allow the Platform to remember your choices (such as preferences or dismissed notices) and provide enhanced features.
  • Performance & Analytics Cookies – collect aggregated information about how users interact with the Platform. This data helps us understand usage patterns and improve performance. These cookies do not directly identify you.

We do not use cookies for behavioural advertising or cross-site tracking.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage or withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time using our cookie banner or settings (where available).

You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, although doing so may prevent parts of the Platform from functioning correctly.

More information about managing cookies is available at www.aboutcookies.org.

6. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or how we use cookies. Any updates will be posted on this page.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us at: