Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 5, 2026

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Locked In FPL ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at lockedinfpl.com (the "Site").

By using our Site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should change your browser settings or discontinue use of the Site.

2. What Are Cookies?

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 to provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be "persistent" (remain on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser).

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

3.1 Essential Cookies

Browser localStorage (Essential)

  • Purpose: Stores your last viewed FPL Team ID and theme preference
  • Type: Local storage (not technically a cookie, but functions similarly)
  • Duration: Persistent until manually cleared
  • Data Stored: Team ID number (e.g., "123456"), theme setting ("light" or "dark")
  • Can be disabled: Yes, by clearing browser storage

These are necessary for the Site to function properly and remember your preferences. Disabling these will prevent certain features from working correctly.

3.2 Analytics Cookies

Google Analytics (Third-Party)

  • Purpose: Helps us understand how visitors use our Site
  • Cookies used: _ga, _gid, _gat
  • Duration: 2 years (_ga), 24 hours (_gid), 1 minute (_gat)
  • Data Collected: Pages visited, time spent, device type, general location (country/region), referral source
  • IP Anonymization: Enabled (last octet of your IP address is removed)
  • Provider: Google LLC
  • Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

These cookies help us improve the Site by understanding which features are most used and where users experience difficulties. The data is anonymized and aggregated.

4. Cookies We Do NOT Use

For transparency, we want to clarify what we do NOT use:

  • Advertising Cookies: We do not use cookies for targeted advertising (though this may change in the future with clear notification)
  • Social Media Cookies: We do not embed social media tracking pixels
  • Cross-Site Tracking: We do not track you across other websites
  • Authentication Cookies: We do not require login, so no authentication cookies are used

5. Third-Party Cookies

Our Site uses Google Analytics, which may set third-party cookies on your device. These cookies are governed by Google's privacy policy, not ours.

We do not have control over third-party cookies and recommend reviewing Google's cookie and privacy policies for more information.

6. How to Manage Cookies

You have the right to control and manage cookies. Here are your options:

6.1 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to:

  • View and delete cookies stored on your device
  • Block all cookies from specific websites
  • Block all third-party cookies
  • Clear all cookies when you close your browser

Consult your browser's help documentation for specific instructions:

6.2 Opt-Out of Google Analytics

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by:

6.3 Clear localStorage

To clear your Team ID from local storage, you can use your browser's developer tools (usually F12 → Application → Local Storage → lockedinfpl.com → Delete).

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable or block cookies:

  • Essential Cookies: The Site will not remember your last viewed team or theme preference, requiring you to re-enter your Team ID each time
  • Analytics Cookies: We will not be able to track your visit or understand how you use the Site, but all features will continue to work

Disabling cookies will not prevent you from using the core features of Locked In FPL.

8. Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. Our Site does not currently respond to DNT signals, but we use IP anonymization in Google Analytics to protect your privacy.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Material changes will be indicated by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.

10. Questions About Cookies

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please use our contact form.

11. Related Policies

For more information about how we handle your data: