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International Softball Congress (ISC) – Cookie Policy

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This Cookie Policy explains how the International Softball Congress (“ISC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and associated digital platforms (“Website”).

By continuing to use our Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
You may withdraw or modify your consent at any time through your browser settings or applicable cookie controls.

For questions, please contact: info@iscfastpitch.com

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the Website function properly, improve user experience, understand how visitors use the site, and support ISC operations such as analytics, security, login sessions, and embedded media.

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies — erased when you close your browser

  • Persistent cookies — stored for a set period or until manually deleted

  • First-party cookies — placed directly by the ISC

  • Third-party cookies — placed by service providers, such as Google or Meta

2. Types of Cookies We Use

The ISC uses the following categories of cookies:

A. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Website to function and cannot be disabled in our systems.

They include cookies used for:

  • Securing website sessions

  • Maintaining administrative logins (team managers, league network users)

  • Processing forms and submissions

  • Load balancing and hosting operations (Bluehost, WordPress)

  • Basic content management system operations (WordPress/Elementor)

Without these cookies, parts of the Website may not function properly.

B. Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use the site and improve the Website experience.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous or pseudonymized information such as:

  • Pages visited

  • Links clicked

  • Device/browser type

  • Approximate geographic location

  • Time spent on pages

  • Referring websites

Google may store this information on servers in the United States.
More info: https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies

Meta Pixel

Used for:

  • Tracking ad performance

  • Understanding visitor behavior

  • Measuring engagement with content

Information may be associated with your Meta account if you are logged in while browsing.

C. Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make, such as:

  • Language preferences

  • Saved form values

  • User settings for logged-in administrators

  • Consent preferences

They enhance usability but are not strictly required.

D. Social Media & Embedded Content Cookies

Our Website may embed content or scripts from:

  • Facebook

  • Instagram

  • YouTube

  • TikTok

  • X (Twitter)

These services may set cookies to:

  • Track engagement

  • Personalize content

  • Measure video views

  • Provide sharing features

These cookies are controlled by third-party privacy policies.

E. Payment & Transaction Cookies

When using payment processors such as PayPal or Square, cookies may be set to:

  • Facilitate secure checkout

  • Prevent fraud

  • Track transaction status

  • Improve user experience

The ISC does not collect or store credit card details.

3. Cookies Used for League Network & Team Manager Tools

Users who access the ISC League Network or team/roster management tools may encounter cookies related to:

  • Authentication and login sessions

  • Security validation

  • Managing session state

  • Saving user preferences within the system

Disabling these cookies may prevent access to ISC online tools.

4. Third-Party Cookies

The ISC uses trusted third-party service providers that may place cookies when interacting with the Website. These include:

  • Google (Analytics, reCAPTCHA)

  • Meta (Facebook/Instagram tracking)

  • YouTube (video embeds)

  • PayPal

  • Square

  • TikTok

  • Twitter/X

  • Bluehost (hosting)

  • Cloud storage integrations (Google Drive, Dropbox if embedded or linked)

The ISC does not control third-party cookie behavior.
Users should refer to each provider’s privacy policy for additional details.

5. How You Can Manage or Disable Cookies

You may control cookies in several ways:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to:

  • Block all cookies

  • Block only third-party cookies

  • Delete cookies when closing the browser

  • Clear existing cookies

Check your browser’s settings or help documentation.

Opt-Out Tools

Some providers offer cookie opt-out tools:

Consent Banners (if implemented)

If the ISC uses a cookie consent banner, you may:

  • Accept all cookies

  • Reject optional cookies

  • Customize your preferences

Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect your ability to log in, submit forms, view embedded content, or complete registrations.

6. Legal Bases for Using Cookies

Because the ISC receives visitors from multiple countries, we comply with applicable laws including:

  • U.S. federal and state privacy guidelines

  • Canadian privacy expectations

  • GDPR principles for EU/EEA visitors

Our cookie practices rely on:

  • Legitimate interest (site functionality, security)

  • Consent (analytics, marketing, social media tracking)

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:

  • Changes in technology

  • New legal requirements

  • Updates to third-party services

  • Improvements to ISC systems

Any changes will be posted with a new “Last Updated” date.

8. Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding this Cookie Policy:

International Softball Congress
Email: info@iscfastpitch.com