FANOVIE COOKIE NOTICE

Effective Date: 1 February 2026

1. Introduction

This Cookie Notice explains how Fanovie Limited ("Fanovie", "we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit or use our website, applications, and related services (the "Platform").

This Notice should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

By using the Platform, you acknowledge that cookies may be used in accordance with this Notice. Where required by law, we obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, phone, tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites function, improve security, remember preferences, and collect analytics information.

Cookies do not typically contain information that directly identifies you. However, some cookies may be linked to personal data we hold about you.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies:

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the Platform and cannot be switched off in our systems.

They are used to:

  • Maintain secure login sessions
  • Enforce age verification status
  • Enforce geographic restrictions
  • Prevent fraud and abuse
  • Store authentication tokens
  • Protect against cross-site request forgery (CSRF)
  • Maintain security during payments redirection to CCBill

Without these cookies, the Platform cannot function properly.

Legal basis: Legitimate interest / contractual necessity.

3.2 Security & Fraud Prevention Cookies

Used to:

  • Detect suspicious login activity
  • Prevent account takeover
  • Detect automation or bot activity
  • Support identity verification flows
  • Support AML risk monitoring triggers

These cookies help protect users and the integrity of the Platform.

Legal basis: Legitimate interest in fraud prevention.

3.3 Age Verification & Compliance Cookies

Used to:

  • Record age verification completion status
  • Record hard age verification requirement (e.g., UK users)
  • Prevent access to restricted areas until verified
  • Maintain compliance flags

These cookies do not store biometric data.

Legal basis: Legal obligation / legitimate interest.

3.4 Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with the Platform.

They may collect:

  • Pages visited
  • Time spent
  • Click paths
  • Device type
  • General geographic region

These cookies help us improve functionality and performance.

Where required by law, these are only placed with your consent.

3.5 Functionality Cookies

Used to:

  • Remember preferences
  • Save language settings
  • Maintain session continuity
  • Improve user experience

Consent may be required depending on jurisdiction.

3.6 Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party providers for:

  • Identity verification (Ondato)
  • Payment processing (CCBill)
  • Hosting infrastructure
  • Security monitoring
  • Analytics

These providers may set cookies in connection with their services.

We do not control third-party cookies. You should review their respective policies for further information.

4. What We Do Not Use Cookies For

We do not:

  • Store credit card information in cookies
  • Store biometric templates in cookies
  • Store government ID documents in cookies
  • Use cookies for unlawful profiling
  • Sell cookie data to third parties

5. Payment Processing Cookies

All payment transactions are processed via CCBill's hosted payment pages.

When redirected to CCBill, their own cookies may apply. Fanovie does not:

  • Collect cardholder data
  • Store payment credentials
  • Process card data directly

You should review CCBill's privacy and cookie policies when completing transactions.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize cookie categories

You can also:

  • Delete cookies via browser settings
  • Block cookies via browser controls
  • Set browser alerts when cookies are placed

Please note:

Disabling strictly necessary cookies may prevent the Platform from functioning.

7. Retention of Cookies

Cookies may be:

  • Session-based (deleted when browser closes)
  • Persistent (remain until expiration or deletion)

Retention periods vary depending on purpose and legal requirements.

8. Geographic Considerations

In certain jurisdictions (including the UK and EU), we obtain explicit consent before placing non-essential cookies.

In jurisdictions where consent is not legally required, cookies may be placed automatically as permitted by law.

9. Updates to This Cookie Notice

We may update this Cookie Notice to reflect:

  • Changes in law
  • Changes in regulatory guidance
  • Changes in our technology
  • Changes in our service providers

Updates will be published on this page with a revised effective date.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Cookie Notice, please contact:

privacy@fanovie.com

Fanovie Limited

Company Number: 16939748

Registered Office:

51 Heather Road

Binley Woods

Coventry

England

CV3 2DE