Cookie Policy

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, account authentication, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

• Session management and authentication
• Security tokens and CSRF protection
• Load balancing and server routing
• Cookie consent preferences

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your language preferences, region settings, and display preferences.

• Language and region preferences
• Theme and display settings (dark/light mode)
• Game preferences and filter settings
• Recently viewed content

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our services.

• Page views and navigation patterns
• Feature usage statistics
• Performance monitoring
• Error tracking and debugging

Marketing Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites.

• Cross-site tracking for ad personalization
• Campaign effectiveness measurement
• Social media integration

3. Third-Party Cookies

We use services from third parties that may set their own cookies on your device. These include:

• Authentication providers: Steam, Discord, Google for account linking
• Payment processors: For secure transaction processing
• Analytics services: To help us understand platform usage
• Content delivery networks: To optimize content delivery

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

• Cookie Settings: Use our cookie consent banner to accept or reject non-essential cookies when you first visit our site.
• Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or delete specific cookies. Check your browser's help documentation for instructions.
• Device Settings: On mobile devices, you can typically manage cookie preferences through your device settings.

Please note that blocking some cookies may impact your experience on our platform and limit the functionality available to you.

5. Cookie Retention

Cookies have different retention periods depending on their purpose:

• Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (typically 30 days to 2 years)
• Authentication cookies: Typically expire after 30 days of inactivity

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last updated" date.