Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 7, 2024

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience by remembering your preferences and analyzing how you use our site.

1.1 Types of Cookies

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period
• First-Party Cookies: Cookies set by our website
• Third-Party Cookies: Cookies set by external services we use

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes to enhance your experience on our gaming review platform:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled:

• Age verification status
• Cookie consent preferences
• Security and fraud prevention
• Basic website functionality

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:

• Page views and user journeys
• Popular content and features
• Site performance and loading times
• User demographics and interests

2.3 Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your settings and preferences:

• Language and region preferences
• Display settings and themes
• Review filters and sorting options
• Notification preferences

2.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness:

• Personalized ad content
• Ad performance tracking
• Cross-site advertising
• Social media integration

3. Detailed Cookie Information

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration	Type
ageVerified	Remembers age verification status	1 year	Essential
cookiesAccepted	Stores cookie consent preferences	1 year	Essential
_ga	Google Analytics - distinguishes users	2 years	Analytics
_gid	Google Analytics - distinguishes users	24 hours	Analytics
_gat	Google Analytics - throttles request rate	1 minute	Analytics
userPreferences	Stores user interface preferences	6 months	Preference
reviewFilters	Remembers review filter settings	3 months	Preference
sessionId	Maintains user session	Session	Essential

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics sets cookies to collect information about how visitors use our site.

• Purpose: Website analytics and performance monitoring
• Data Collected: Page views, user interactions, device information
• Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy

4.2 Social Media Integration

Our website may include social media buttons and widgets that set cookies:

• Facebook: For social sharing and login features
• Twitter: For tweet sharing functionality
• YouTube: For embedded video content

5. Cookie Management

You have several options for managing cookies:

5.1 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

5.2 Our Cookie Settings

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable certain cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:

6.1 Essential Cookies

Disabling essential cookies will prevent the website from functioning correctly. You may not be able to:

• Access age-restricted content
• Submit reviews or comments
• Maintain login sessions
• Use basic website features

6.2 Analytics Cookies

Disabling analytics cookies will not affect website functionality but will prevent us from:

• Understanding user behavior patterns
• Improving website performance
• Identifying popular content
• Optimizing user experience

7. Data Retention

Cookie data is retained for different periods depending on the type:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Retained for the duration specified in the cookie
• Analytics Data: Typically retained for 26 months
• Preference Data: Retained until you change settings or clear cookies

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Sending email notifications for significant changes
• Displaying a notice on our website

9. Contact Information

10. Legal Basis for Cookie Use

Under GDPR, we process cookie data based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: For non-essential cookies (analytics, marketing, preferences)
• Legitimate Interest: For essential cookies and basic analytics
• Contract Performance: For cookies necessary to provide our services

This Cookie Policy is effective as of January 7, 2024, and applies to all users of kraufen.