Cookie Policy

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how I.P.A. GmbH ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on the EUPickleball website (the "Service"). This policy is designed to help you understand what cookies are, how we use them, and the choices you have regarding their use.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners. They help with functionality such as remembering your preferences, logging in, and providing a personalized experience.

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, I.P.A. GmbH) are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies." Third-party cookies enable features or functionality provided by third parties, such as analytics, interactive content, and advertising.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes, including:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function properly without them.

• Authentication cookies that maintain your logged-in status
• Security cookies that help prevent cross-site request forgery

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

• Cookies that remember your preferences and settings
• Cookies that help with form completion

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and your experience.

• Cookies that track which pages are most popular
• Cookies that help us understand how users navigate through the site

Specific Cookies We Use

Our website primarily uses the following cookies:

Note: The "sb-[id]" prefix refers to cookies set by Supabase, our authentication provider. The exact name will include a unique identifier specific to our Supabase instance.

Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. However, if you limit the ability of websites to set cookies, you may worsen your overall user experience, as it will no longer be personalized to you. It may also stop you from saving customized settings like login information.

Browser Controls

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Here's how to do it in popular browsers:

• Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

Our Cookie Consent Tool

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update our Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.

You are advised to review this Cookie Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Cookie Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.