Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 2025-10-26
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Anterl, Inc. ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our sports betting analytics platform ("Services"). This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
This Cookie Policy complies with:
- EU ePrivacy Directive and GDPR
- UK Data Protection Act and Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations
- US state privacy laws and industry standards
- Other applicable international privacy and cookie laws
2. What Are Cookies?
2.1 Definition
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by:
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Understanding how you use our Services
- Improving our platform's performance
- Providing security and fraud protection
2.2 Types of Cookies by Duration
Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted
2.3 Types of Cookies by Origin
First-Party Cookies: Set directly by our website Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use (analytics, authentication, payments)
3. Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are strictly necessary for our Services to function and cannot be switched off.
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (service provision)
What they do:
- Enable user authentication and account access
- Maintain secure sessions
- Remember your login status
- Prevent fraud and ensure security
- Enable core platform functionality
Examples:
- Session management cookies
- Authentication tokens
- Security and anti-fraud cookies
- Load balancing cookies
Retention: Session-based or up to 30 days
3.2 Functional Cookies
Purpose: These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest with opt-out option
What they do:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Provide personalized content
- Enable interactive features
- Store your language and region preferences
- Remember your cookie consent choices
Examples:
- User preference cookies
- Language selection cookies
- Theme/display settings
- Timezone preferences
- Accessibility settings
Retention: Up to 12 months
3.3 Analytics Cookies
Purpose: These cookies help us understand how our Services are used and improve performance.
Legal Basis: Consent (EU) / Legitimate interest with opt-out (other regions)
What they do:
- Measure website traffic and usage patterns
- Understand user behavior and preferences
- Identify popular content and features
- Monitor technical performance
- Help us improve our Services
Service Provider: PostHog (EU-hosted)
- Privacy-focused analytics with data stored in EU
- Person profiles: identified users only
- Anonymized behavioral insights
- No cross-site tracking
Examples:
- Page view tracking
- Session duration measurement
- Feature usage analytics
- Performance monitoring
- Error tracking
Retention: Up to 24 months
3.4 Security Cookies
Purpose: These cookies protect against security threats and ensure platform integrity.
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (security)
What they do:
- Detect and prevent fraudulent activity
- Monitor for security threats
- Protect against automated attacks and bots
- Ensure account security
- Prevent unauthorized access
- Enable Cloudflare Turnstile verification for contact forms
Examples:
- Fraud detection cookies
- Cloudflare Turnstile verification tokens
- Bot protection cookies
- Rate limiting cookies
- Security monitoring cookies
Third-Party Security Services:
- Cloudflare Turnstile: Privacy-preserving bot protection for contact forms
- Purpose: Distinguish human users from automated bots without compromising privacy
- Data Processed: Challenge verification tokens, browser characteristics (no personal data stored)
Retention: Session-based or up to 30 days
4. Third-Party Cookies
4.1 Authentication Services (Clerk)
Purpose: User account management and authentication Data Shared: Authentication tokens, session information Privacy Policy: Clerk Privacy Policy Control: Cannot be disabled for authenticated users
4.2 Payment Processing (Stripe)
Purpose: Secure payment processing and billing Data Shared: Transaction data, billing information Privacy Policy: Stripe Privacy Policy Control: Required for payment processing
4.3 Analytics (PostHog)
Purpose: Website analytics and user insights Data Location: EU servers Privacy Policy: PostHog Privacy Policy Control: Can be opted out through cookie preferences
5. Cookie Management and Your Choices
5.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences
- Learn more about our cookie practices
5.2 Cookie Preference Center
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through our Cookie Preference Center, accessible via:
- The cookie banner on your first visit
- Footer links on our website
- Your account settings (if logged in)
- Clicking "Manage Cookies" links in our communications
5.3 Browser Controls
You can also control cookies through your browser settings:
Google Chrome:
- Click the three dots menu → Settings
- Advanced → Privacy and security → Site Settings
- Select "Cookies and site data"
Mozilla Firefox:
- Click the menu button → Options
- Select "Privacy & Security"
- Under "Cookies and Site Data"
Safari:
- Safari → Preferences
- Privacy tab
- Manage "Cookies and website data"
Microsoft Edge:
- Click the three dots menu → Settings
- Site permissions → Cookies and site data
5.4 Mobile Device Controls
iOS (Safari): Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies
Android (Chrome): Chrome app → Three dots menu → Settings → Site settings → Cookies
5.5 Do Not Track Signals
We honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals and similar privacy preference indicators where technically feasible.
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
6.1 Essential Cookies
Cannot be disabled - Required for basic functionality Impact if blocked: Website may not function properly, login issues, security vulnerabilities
6.2 Functional Cookies
Can be disabled through preferences Impact if disabled:
- Loss of personalized settings
- Need to re-enter preferences repeatedly
- Reduced user experience quality
6.3 Analytics Cookies
Can be disabled through preferences Impact if disabled:
- No impact on functionality
- We cannot improve Services based on usage patterns
- Less personalized experience over time
7. International Cookie Compliance
7.1 European Union
ePrivacy Directive Compliance:
- Consent required for non-essential cookies
- Clear information about cookie purposes
- Easy withdrawal of consent
- Granular consent options
GDPR Integration:
- Cookies containing personal data subject to GDPR
- Clear lawful basis for each cookie type
- Data subject rights apply to cookie data
7.2 United Kingdom
PECR Compliance:
- Similar requirements to EU ePrivacy Directive
- ICO guidance on cookie consent
- Granular consent for different cookie types
7.3 United States
State Law Compliance:
- California: CCPA requirements for personal information in cookies
- Virginia, Colorado: Similar privacy rights for cookie data
- Industry best practices for transparency
7.4 Other Jurisdictions
Global Standards:
- Transparency about cookie usage
- User control over non-essential cookies
- Clear opt-out mechanisms
- Regular policy updates
8. Cookies and Personal Data
8.1 When Cookies Contain Personal Data
Some cookies may contain personal data, such as:
- User identifiers linked to your account
- IP addresses for security purposes
- Behavioral data tied to your profile
These cookies are subject to our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.
8.2 Data Subject Rights
If cookies contain your personal data, you have rights including:
- Access to information about cookie data
- Correction of inaccurate data
- Deletion of cookie data
- Portability of cookie data
- Objection to cookie processing
To exercise these rights, use our contact form at anterly.com/contact-us (select "Privacy Rights")
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
9.1 Policy Changes
We may update this Cookie Policy to:
- Reflect changes in our cookie practices
- Comply with new legal requirements
- Improve clarity and transparency
- Add new cookie categories or purposes
9.2 Notification of Changes
We will notify you of material changes through:
- Updated cookie banner with new consent request
- Email notification to registered users
- Prominent notice on our website
- Updated "Last Modified" date
9.3 Continued Consent
Your continued use of our Services after policy updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Cookie Policy, subject to any new consent requirements.
10. Contact Information
10.1 Cookie-Related Inquiries
General Questions:
- Contact Form: anterly.com/contact-us (select "Privacy Rights")
- Additional Info: Mention "Cookie Policy Inquiry"
Technical Issues:
- Contact Form: anterly.com/contact-us (select "Technical Support")
- Additional Info: Mention "Cookie Technical Issue"
10.2 Data Protection Matters
For formal privacy matters:
- Contact Form: anterly.com/contact-us (select "Data Protection")
- Additional Info: Mention "Cookie Privacy Rights Request"
10.3 Company Information
Anterl, Inc. 1111B S Governors Ave STE 40992 Dover, DE 19904 United States
11. Additional Resources
11.1 Learn More About Cookies
11.2 Browser Cookie Information
11.3 Opt-Out Tools
- Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out
- Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-Out
- European Digital Advertising Alliance
This Cookie Policy is designed to provide you with clear, comprehensive information about how we use cookies. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us using the information provided above.