Cookie Policy
Last updated: May 2026
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device on future visits, remember your preferences, and collect information about how you use the site.
We use cookies and similar technologies (such as pixels and device identifiers) on racefinder.pt. This policy explains which cookies we use, what for, and how you can manage them.
2. Who is responsible for cookies?
The controller for cookies placed directly by RaceFinder is:
- RaceFinder LDA, VAT 519040163, Rua dos Goivos 41, 2750-236 Cascais, Portugal
- Email: support@racefinder.pt
Some cookies are placed by third parties (Google, Meta) who operate under their own privacy policies, referenced in section 4.
3. Which cookies do we use?
We use three categories of cookies:
3.1 Strictly necessary cookies
Essential for the website to function. They do not require your consent and cannot be disabled without affecting core functionality (authentication, session security).
3.2 Analytics cookies
Allow us to measure website performance and understand how users interact with content. Data is aggregated and does not identify users individually. Require your consent.
Provider: Google (Google Site Kit / Google Analytics 4). Data may be transferred to servers in the US under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework.
3.3 Advertising cookies
Used to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and to serve relevant ads on external platforms. Require your consent.
Provider: Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd. (Facebook Pixel, ID: 1153602219581351). Data may be transferred to servers in the US under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework and/or Standard Contractual Clauses.
4. Cookie list
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| wordpress_logged_in_* | RaceFinder | Maintains the authenticated user session | Session |
| wp-settings-* | RaceFinder | WordPress interface preferences | 1 year |
| PHPSESSID | RaceFinder | Server-side session management | Session |
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users (Google Analytics) | 2 years | |
| _ga_* | Maintains Google Analytics session state | 2 years | |
| _gid | Distinguishes users (expires in 24 hours) | 24 hours | |
| _fbp | Meta (Facebook) | Identifies browsers for ad delivery and conversion measurement | 90 days |
| _fbc | Meta (Facebook) | Stores Facebook ad click parameter for attribution | 2 years |
| cookieyes-consent | RaceFinder | Records the user’s cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
5. Third-party cookies
The third-party cookies listed above are managed by entities external to RaceFinder. For detailed information on how these providers process data, please refer to their respective privacy policies:
- Google: policies.google.com/privacy
- Meta (Facebook): www.facebook.com/privacy/policy
6. How to manage your cookies
When you first visit racefinder.pt, a cookie consent banner allows you to accept or decline cookies by category. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking ‘Cookie settings’ in the site footer.
You can also control cookies directly through your browser. Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete existing cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies (note that this may affect website functionality)
Instructions for common browsers:
- Google Chrome: chrome://settings/cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: about:preferences#privacy
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy
- Microsoft Edge: edge://settings/content/cookies
Withdrawing consent or blocking cookies does not affect the lawfulness of data processing carried out prior to withdrawal.
7. Third-party opt-outs
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking via the browser extension available at: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
You can manage your Meta advertising preferences at: www.facebook.com/settings?tab=ads
8. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in the technologies we use or legal requirements. The date of the last update is shown at the top of this page. In the event of material changes, registered users will be notified by email.
9. Contact
For questions relating to cookies or this policy:
- Email: support@racefinder.pt
- Website: www.racefinder.pt
- Address: RaceFinder LDA, Rua dos Goivos 41, 2750-236 Cascais, Portugal
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the CNPD — Comissao Nacional de Protecao de Dados (www.cnpd.pt).