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Last Updated: 25 November 2025
We use cookies and similar technologies on our Platform. In accordance with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR) and the UK GDPR, we require your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using our cookie settings.
This Cookie Policy explains how FundCreators ("FundCreators", "we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and use our services (the "Platform"). This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we process personal data.
We are committed to complying with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR) and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) in relation to our use of cookies and similar technologies.
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners useful information.
Under PECR and UK GDPR, we use different legal bases for different types of cookies:
| Cookie Type | Legal Basis | Consent Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | PECR Regulation 6(4) exemption | No |
| Analytics/Performance | Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) UK GDPR) | Yes |
| Functional | Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) UK GDPR) | Yes |
| Marketing/Targeting | Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) UK GDPR) | Yes |
These cookies are essential for the Platform to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and network management. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the Platform cannot function without them. Under PECR Regulation 6(4), these cookies are exempt from the consent requirement because they are strictly necessary for the provision of a service you have requested.
Examples:
session - Manages user authentication and session statecsrfToken - Protects against cross-site request forgery attackscookieConsent - Stores your cookie consent preferences__stripe_mid - Stripe payment security and fraud preventionThese cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Platform by collecting and reporting information. They help us improve the Platform's performance and user experience. We only place these cookies with your consent.
Examples:
_ga, _gid - Google Analytics cookies for tracking user engagement_hjid - Hotjar analytics and user experience tracking_gat - Google Analytics throttling requestsThese cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They remember choices you make (such as language preferences or region) and provide improved features. We only place these cookies with your consent.
Examples:
language - Remembers your preferred languageuserViewMode - Remembers your Creator/Backer view preferencetimezone - Stores your timezone preference for accurate displayThese cookies are used to track your browsing habits and build a profile of your interests. They may be used to show you relevant advertisements on our Platform and other websites. We only place these cookies with your explicit consent.
Examples:
_fbp - Facebook pixel for advertising and conversion tracking_gcl_au - Google Ads conversion trackingli_fat_id - LinkedIn advertising cookieBelow is a comprehensive list of cookies used on our Platform:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
session | fundcreators.com | Authentication and session management | Session / 1 day | Strictly Necessary |
csrfToken | fundcreators.com | Security - CSRF protection | Session | Strictly Necessary |
cookieConsent | fundcreators.com | Stores cookie consent preferences | 1 year | Strictly Necessary |
__stripe_mid | Stripe | Payment fraud prevention | 1 year | Strictly Necessary |
__stripe_sid | Stripe | Payment session tracking | 30 minutes | Strictly Necessary |
userViewMode | fundcreators.com | Remembers Creator/Backer view preference | 30 days | Functional |
language | fundcreators.com | Stores language preference | 1 year | Functional |
_ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years | Analytics |
_gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours | Analytics |
_gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute | Analytics |
_hjid | Hotjar | User experience analytics | 1 year | Analytics |
_hjSessionUser | Hotjar | Session user ID | 1 year | Analytics |
_fbp | Advertising and conversion tracking | 3 months | Marketing | |
_gcl_au | Google Ads conversion tracking | 3 months | Marketing |
This list is reviewed and updated periodically. The actual cookies on our Platform may vary as we update our services and third-party integrations.
In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies:
Some cookies on our Platform are placed by third-party services. These third parties have their own privacy policies governing the use of cookies:
These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your activities on our Platform and other websites to provide targeted advertising or analytics services.
When you first visit our Platform, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Settings" or "Cookie Preferences" link in the footer of our Platform.
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can:
Browser-specific instructions:
You can opt out of specific third-party tracking services:
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your experience on our Platform:
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. There is currently no consistent industry standard for responding to DNT signals.
Our Platform does not currently respond to DNT browser signals. However, you can use our cookie consent tools and the opt-out mechanisms described above to manage tracking on our Platform.
Personal data collected through cookies is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy. The types of data collected may include:
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or regulatory guidance. We will notify you of material changes by:
Your continued use of our Platform after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
For more information about cookies and your rights under UK law, you may find the following resources helpful: