Cookie Policy
Effective date: 1st October 2025
Last updated: 13th March 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Fos SM Ltd (“FOS Social,” “we,” “our,” “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on the FOS Social platform, including our official website fossocial.com and our web app fos.social, as well as on mobile applications, creator tools, Picks, Referral, Premium+, and Exclusive Content programs (together, the “Platform”).
It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we handle your personal data.
2. What Are Cookies?
2.1. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website or use an app. They may be set directly by us (“first-party cookies”) or by third parties (“third-party cookies”).
2.2. Similar technologies include:
SDKs (Software Development Kits) used in mobile apps.
Pixel tags / web beacons embedded in pages or emails.
Local storage / session storage used by browsers.
Device identifiers such as IDFA (Apple) or GAID (Google).
For simplicity, we refer to all of these as “cookies.”
3. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
3.1. Strictly Necessary – to make the Platform work (e.g., login, account security, fraud prevention, payments).
3.2. Performance & Analytics – to understand usage, fix bugs, improve features, and develop new services.
3.3. Functionality & Preferences – to remember your settings (e.g., language, cookie choices, notification preferences).
3.4. Personalisation & Recommendations– to deliver platform-specific recommendations and feature updates.
3.5. Social & Sharing – to enable integrations with third-party services (e.g., social plugins, app store billing, or single sign-on).
4. Types of Cookies We Use
We use a range of cookies and similar technologies across the Platform to support its operation, enhance your experience, and deliver relevant content and features. The table below summarises the main categories, their purposes, examples, typical retention periods, and whether consent is required under applicable laws.
5. Third-Party Cookies & SDKs
We minimize third-party tracking. FOS Social does not run third-party network ads or embed external ad network beacons. Where we use third-party tools, they fall into these categories:
● Analytics: Google Analytics, Firebase, Mixpanel (for aggregate service metrics).
● Payments: Apple App Store, Google Play (for in-app purchases).
● Infrastructure: AWS, Cloudflare, CDN providers.
6. Consent & Control
6.1. EU/UK: We only set non-essential cookies if you provide consent via our cookie banner or consent management platform (CMP). You can “Accept all,” “Reject all,” or choose granular categories. Consent can be withdrawn at any time.
6.2. US (CPRA and other state laws): You may opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal information used for targeted advertising by using our “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link in the footer or in-app Privacy Center.
6.3. Canada (PIPEDA): We request express or implied consent depending on sensitivity. Advertising and analytics cookies are optional.
6.4. Singapore (PDPA-SG): Consent is required for non-essential cookies. Strictly necessary cookies are exempt.
6.5. Global Privacy Control (GPC): We honour recognised browser signals (such as GPC) where legally required.
7. How to Manage Cookies
You can manage or delete cookies in several ways:
Cookie Banner: Adjust preferences through our CMP at any time.
Browser Settings: Most browsers let you block or delete cookies. Instructions: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge.
Mobile Settings: iOS (Settings → Privacy → Tracking), Android (Settings → Ads → Opt-out).
Third-Party Opt-Outs: Google Analytics Opt-out (tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout), browser privacy settings, and device-level privacy controls.
8. Retention
We retain cookies and similar technologies only for as long as necessary to fulfil their purpose and to comply with legal, security, and operational requirements. Strictly necessary cookies typically expire at the end of a session. Functional, analytics, and personalisation cookies may persist for up to 24 months unless you delete them sooner through your browser, device, or privacy settings. Where law requires, we minimise retention periods and review them regularly.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date. Where required, we will seek renewed consent.
10. Contact Us
For questions about cookies or your choices:
Email (general support): support@fossocial.com
Privacy requests: via our in-app Privacy Center or support@fossocial.com
Postal address: Fos SM Ltd, 71–75 Shelton Street, London, WC2H 9JQ
If you are in the EU/UK, you may also contact your national supervisory authority for unresolved complaints.