BollywoodFox uses cookies. This page explains what they are, which ones we use, why we use them, and how you can control them.
We keep this short and clear. No legal fog.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, like your preferences, what you clicked, or whether you’ve seen a notice before.
Cookies don’t give us access to your device. They can’t read files on your computer. Most are harmless and useful.
The Cookies We Use
We use four categories of cookies on BollywoodFox.
1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are required for the site to function. Without them, things like security, login state, and form submissions won’t work.
You cannot opt out of essential cookies while using the site. They store no personally identifiable information.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
cf_clearance | Cloudflare security verification | Session / 1 year |
wordpress_logged_in_* | WordPress login session (registered users only) | Session |
wp-settings-* | WordPress interface preferences | 1 year |
| Cookie consent preference | Remembers your cookie choices | 1 year |
2. Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use the site. We use this data to improve the experience, fix problems, and understand which content is most useful.
No personally identifiable information is collected through analytics cookies.
| Service | Cookie(s) | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | _ga, _gid, _gat | Traffic analysis, page views, session data | 2 years / 24 hrs |
| Microsoft Clarity | _clck, _clsk, CLID | Heatmaps, session recordings, behaviour analysis | 1 year / session |
| Other analytics tools | Varies | Performance monitoring | Varies |
How to opt out:
- Use our cookie consent tool (shown on first visit)
- Install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on
- Adjust your browser’s cookie settings
3. Advertising Cookies
BollywoodFox displays advertisements. Our ad partners use cookies to serve relevant ads based on your browsing behaviour and interests.
These cookies are set by third parties, not directly by BollywoodFox. We do not control what these partners collect, but they are all required to comply with applicable privacy regulations.
| Service | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Google AdSense / DoubleClick | Personalised ad targeting, frequency capping | Up to 2 years |
| Other ad networks | Contextual or behavioural advertising | Varies |
How to opt out:
- Use our cookie consent tool
- Visit Google’s Ad Settings to manage ad personalisation
- Use YourAdChoices for broader opt-out
- Use Your Online Choices (EU users)
Opting out of advertising cookies means you’ll still see ads, but they will be less relevant to you.
4. Affiliate & Referral Cookies
When you click an affiliate link on BollywoodFox, the partner site may set a tracking cookie to attribute any resulting purchase to us. This is how affiliate commission works.
These cookies track clicks and purchases. They are set by the affiliate partner, not by BollywoodFox.
| Service | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon Associates | Tracks clicks and purchases for commission | 24 hours (Amazon) |
| Other affiliate networks | Tracks referrals and conversions | Varies |
How to opt out:
- Use our cookie consent tool to block affiliate cookies
- Clear cookies from your browser after visiting affiliate links
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Option 1: Our Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit BollywoodFox, a cookie notice appears. You can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences. You can revisit these choices at any time via the cookie settings link in our footer.
Option 2: Browser Settings
All major browsers let you view, manage, and delete cookies:
Note: Disabling all cookies may affect site functionality.
Option 3: Do Not Track
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” signal. BollywoodFox acknowledges this signal but cannot guarantee that all third-party services on our platform honour it.
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on BollywoodFox are set by third parties. We don’t control these directly. Each third party operates under its own privacy and cookie policy:
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy as our use of cookies changes. The date at the top of this page reflects the latest version.
8. Questions?
Cookie-related questions: privacy [at] bollywoodfox.com
For more details: Privacy Policy → Terms of Service →