Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences, keep you signed in, and understand how you use the site.
2. How We Use Cookies
RateMyRailway.com uses the following types of cookies:
Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They include:
- Authentication cookies: Keep you signed in to your account
- Session cookies: Maintain your session while browsing
- Security cookies: Help protect against fraud and unauthorised access
- Cookie consent: Remember your cookie preferences
Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences:
- Language and region preferences
- Layout display preferences (grid/list view)
- Last visited pages
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our platform:
- Pages visited and time spent
- Features used most frequently
- Error reports and performance metrics
Analytics data is aggregated and anonymised where possible.
3. Third-Party Cookies
We use services from the following third parties that may set cookies:
- Supabase: Authentication and session management
4. Managing Cookies
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:
- Cookie banner: Use the cookie consent banner that appears when you first visit the site
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings
Please note that blocking essential cookies may prevent the website from functioning properly.
5. Your Rights
Under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Be informed about how we use cookies
- Give or withdraw consent for non-essential cookies
- Access information about cookies we have set
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please use our contact form.