Cookie Policy

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

Introduction

SportGiftCard Galaxy ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website (sportgiftcardgalaxy.com) and mobile applications (collectively, the "Services"). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, your choices regarding cookies, and further information about cookies.

By using our Services, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not accept the use of cookies, please disable them as described below or refrain from using our Services.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and provide information to the owners of the website.

Cookies may be "persistent" or "session" cookies:

  • Persistent cookies remain on your device even after you close your browser until they expire or you delete them. They help websites remember your preferences and settings for future visits.
  • Session cookies are temporary and are deleted from your device when you close your browser. They help websites recognize you as you navigate through pages.

In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies, such as:

  • Web beacons (or "clear gifs"): Small graphic images that help us understand how users interact with our Services.
  • Local storage: Similar to cookies but with larger storage capacity, local storage allows websites to store data on your device.
  • Pixels: Small code snippets on a webpage that allow third parties to place cookies on your device.

For simplicity, we refer to all these technologies collectively as "cookies" in this policy.

Types of Cookies We Use

We use different types of cookies for various purposes. These include:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not function properly if you do so.

Examples of essential cookies we use:

  • Cookies that maintain your session state, allowing you to remain logged in while navigating our site
  • Cookies that remember your cookie consent preferences
  • Cookies that enable shopping cart functionality
  • Cookies that help ensure the security of our Services

Analytics Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and anonymous.

Examples of analytics cookies we use:

  • Google Analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website
  • Cookies that help us understand how long visitors stay on our pages
  • Cookies that track which features are most popular with our users

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. If you do not allow these cookies, then some or all of these services may not function properly.

Examples of functional cookies we use:

  • Cookies that remember your preferences, such as language or region
  • Cookies that remember your gift card balance check history
  • Cookies that personalize content based on your previous interactions

Marketing Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not directly store personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.

Examples of marketing cookies we use:

  • Cookies that help us deliver targeted advertisements
  • Cookies that measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns
  • Cookies from social media platforms that enable sharing and engagement features

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third parties on our behalf. These third parties may include:

  • Analytics providers (such as Google Analytics) that help us understand how visitors interact with our Services
  • Advertising partners that deliver relevant advertisements based on your browsing history
  • Social media platforms (such as Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn) that enable sharing and engagement features
  • Payment processors that facilitate secure transactions
  • Customer service providers that help us communicate with you

These third parties may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your use of our Services and other websites. This information may be used to, among other things, analyze and track data, determine the popularity of certain content, and better understand your online activity.

Please note that these third parties may have their own privacy policies and cookie policies that govern their use of cookies and the information they collect. We encourage you to review these policies when you interact with these third-party features.

Your Cookie Choices

You have several options to control or limit how we and third parties use cookies:

Cookie Consent Tool

When you first visit our Services, you will be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to accept or decline different categories of cookies, except for essential cookies which are necessary for the website to function properly. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. These settings are typically found in the "options," "preferences," or "settings" menu of your browser. You can usually:

  • Delete existing cookies
  • Block or allow cookies
  • Configure browser settings to notify you when you receive a cookie
  • Browse in "private" or "incognito" mode, which does not store cookies after your session

Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, you may not be able to use all features of our Services, and your user experience may be affected.

Opt-Out Mechanisms

For analytics cookies, you can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

For advertising cookies, you can visit the following sites to opt out of targeted advertising delivered by participating companies:

Mobile Device Settings

For our mobile applications, you can adjust your device settings to control tracking and targeted advertising:

  • iOS devices: Go to "Settings" > "Privacy & Security" > "Tracking" and toggle off "Allow Apps to Request to Track"
  • Android devices: Go to "Settings" > "Google" > "Ads" > "Opt out of Ads Personalization"

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have incorporated "Do Not Track" (DNT) features that can send a signal to the websites you visit indicating you do not wish to be tracked. Because there is not yet a common understanding of how to interpret the DNT signal, our Services do not currently respond to browser DNT signals. Instead, you can use the range of other tools we provide to control data collection and use, including the cookie consent tool and browser settings as described above.

Cookie Lifespan

The length of time a cookie will remain on your device depends on whether it is a "persistent" or "session" cookie. Session cookies will remain on your device until you stop browsing. Persistent cookies remain on your device until they expire or are deleted.

The specific duration for each persistent cookie varies depending on its purpose:

  • Essential cookies typically expire within a few minutes to a few days
  • Preference cookies typically expire within one year
  • Analytics cookies typically expire within one to two years
  • Marketing cookies typically expire within 30 to 90 days

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, our business practices, or for other reasons. If we make material changes, we will notify you as required by applicable law, which may include posting a notice on our website or providing you with notification through other means. The date at the top of this Cookie Policy indicates when it was last updated.

We encourage you to periodically review this Cookie Policy to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at:

SportGiftCard Galaxy
Attn: Privacy Officer
50 California St #1500
San Francisco, CA 94111
Email: privacy@sportgiftcardgalaxy.com
Phone: +1-415-439-5200

Detailed Cookie Information

The table below provides more specific information about the individual cookies we use and their purposes.

Cookie Name Provider Type Purpose Expiration
PHPSESSID SportGiftCard Galaxy Essential Preserves user session state across page requests Session
cookie_consent SportGiftCard Galaxy Essential Stores your cookie consent preferences 1 year
xsrf-token SportGiftCard Galaxy Essential Helps protect against Cross-Site Request Forgery attacks Session
_ga Google Analytics Analytics Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how you use the website 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Analytics Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how you use the website 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Analytics Used to throttle request rate 1 minute
user_preferences SportGiftCard Galaxy Functional Remembers your site preferences (e.g., language, region) 1 year
recently_viewed SportGiftCard Galaxy Functional Tracks recently viewed gift card options 30 days
_fbp Facebook Marketing Used by Facebook to deliver advertisements 90 days
_gcl_au Google AdSense Marketing Used by Google AdSense for experimenting with advertisement efficiency 90 days
IDE Google DoubleClick Marketing Used to register user actions after viewing or clicking ads 1 year

This list is not exhaustive and may be updated as our Services evolve.