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Last updated: June 12, 2026
1. Who We Are
wc26scores.com is a free, fan-operated information website dedicated to the FIFA World Cup 2026. We provide match schedules, group standings, knockout bracket information, live odds data, and football news to help fans follow the tournament.
This website is not a gambling operator and does not accept bets or process payments. We are an independent informational platform. Odds and betting-related data displayed on this site are provided solely for informational purposes and are sourced from third-party providers.
We display links to Cloudbet (a licensed online sports betting operator). If you choose to visit Cloudbet via our links, please ensure online gambling is legal in your jurisdiction and that you are of legal age. Gambling can be addictive — please play responsibly. Visit BeGambleAware.org for support.
2. Data We Collect
We collect minimal data to operate the website:
- Usage analytics — page views, session duration, country of visit, device type. Collected via Google Analytics only after you give consent.
- Cookie preference — your Accept/Decline choice is stored in your browser's localStorage (
wc26_cookie_consent). - Server logs — Cloudflare may retain standard access logs (IP address, timestamp, URL) for up to 30 days for security purposes. We do not access or process these logs for marketing.
We do not collect names, email addresses, payment data, or any personally identifiable information.
3. Cookies & Local Storage
We use the following cookies and browser storage:
| Name | Purpose | Expires | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| wc26_cookie_consent | Stores your consent choice | 1 year | Essential |
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes users | 2 years | Analytics (consent) |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics — session state | 2 years | Analytics (consent) |
Analytics cookies are only set if you click "Accept" on the cookie banner. You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser's cookies and localStorage.
4. Third-Party Services
We integrate the following external services:
Cloudbet Sports API
Odds, competition data and outright markets are fetched from the Cloudbet Sports API. This is a server-side request — your browser does not connect directly to Cloudbet's API. No personal data is shared with Cloudbet through this integration.
Cloudbet Privacy Policy →API-Football (api-sports.io)
Live match scores, group standings and fixture data are fetched from API-Football (v3.football.api-sports.io). All requests are made server-side — your browser never connects directly to API-Football. No personal data is shared through this integration.
API-Football Privacy Policy →GNews API — News powered by GNews
Football news articles are sourced from GNews.io and refreshed approximately every 20 minutes. News requests are made server-side. Your IP address is not forwarded to GNews.
GNews Privacy Policy →Google Analytics 4
We use Google Analytics (GA4) to understand how visitors use this site — which pages are popular, average session time, geographic distribution. GA is only activated after you provide consent. IP anonymisation is enabled.
Google Privacy Policy →Cloudflare
This website is hosted on Cloudflare Pages and served via Cloudflare's global CDN. Cloudflare may process your IP address and request metadata to provide DDoS protection and performance optimisation.
Cloudflare Privacy Policy →5. Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA) or UK, you have the right to:
- Access — request a copy of any personal data we hold about you
- Erasure — request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
- Withdraw consent — opt out of analytics at any time by clearing cookies
- Object — object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Portability — receive your data in a portable format
Because we collect virtually no personal data, most of these rights can be exercised simply by clearing your browser's cookies and localStorage. For any other requests, contact us via WhatsApp below.
6. Disclaimer — Responsible Gambling
wc26scores.com displays odds data from licensed betting operators for informational purposes only. We are not responsible for any financial losses incurred through gambling.
Gambling should be treated as entertainment, not a source of income. Never bet more than you can afford to lose. If you feel you have a gambling problem, please seek help:
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will reflect any changes. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
8. Contact Us
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