Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to website owners about how their site is being used.

Cookies are not programs and cannot carry viruses or malware. They cannot access other files stored on your device. Cookies are set either by the website you are visiting (first-party cookies) or by third-party services integrated into the website.

2. Why We Use Cookies

XtremeIPTV HD uses cookies for the following purposes:

• To ensure our website functions correctly and securely
• To remember your preferences and settings (such as dark/light theme selection)
• To understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it
• To prevent fraud and enhance the security of our platform
• To measure the effectiveness of our content and features

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.

• session_token: Maintains your login session — expires when you close your browser
• csrf_token: Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks — session cookie
• cookie_consent: Stores your cookie consent preferences — expires after 12 months

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

• xtreme-theme: Remembers your dark/light mode preference — expires after 12 months
• lang_pref: Remembers your language preference if you have selected one — expires after 12 months

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies allow us to count page visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our website. All data collected is aggregated and anonymised.

• _ga (Google Analytics): Distinguishes unique users — expires after 2 years
• _ga_[ID] (Google Analytics 4): Maintains session state — expires after 2 years
• _gid (Google Analytics): Distinguishes users — expires after 24 hours

Google Analytics data is processed in accordance with Google's Privacy Policy. We have configured Google Analytics to anonymise IP addresses and disable advertising features.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some of our website features involve third-party services that may set their own cookies. These third parties have their own privacy policies, over which we have no control:

• Google Fonts: Used to load our website typography. Google may set performance cookies. See Google Privacy Policy.
• Payment Processors: When you click through to make a payment, our payment providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal) may set cookies to process your transaction securely.
• Live Chat (Tidio): If you use our live chat feature, Tidio may set cookies to manage your chat session. See Tidio Privacy Policy.

5. Cookie Duration

Cookies can be either session cookies or persistent cookies:

• Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session as you navigate through our website.
• Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They are used to remember your preferences across multiple visits.

The specific duration of each cookie is listed in Section 3 above. Most of our functional cookies expire after 12 months, while analytics cookies may persist for up to 2 years.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have the right to accept, decline, or withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time. You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find cookie settings under Privacy, Security, or Advanced settings in your browser:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari
• Microsoft Edge

6.2 Google Analytics Opt-Out

To opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Please note: Disabling strictly necessary cookies may impair the functionality of our website, including your ability to log in or maintain your session.

7. Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not wish to be tracked. Currently, there is no universally agreed standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. XtremeIPTV HD does not currently respond to DNT signals, but we do honour your cookie preferences as set through our consent mechanisms.

8. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our service. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Where changes are material, we will notify you via a cookie consent banner on your next visit to our website.

9. Contact Us

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

• Website: xtremeiptvhd.com

For broader privacy concerns, please refer to our Privacy Policy.