1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for our website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and remembering your cookie preferences.
- Session management cookies
- Security cookies
- Load balancing cookies
- Cookie consent preferences
2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website performance and user experience.
- Google Analytics: Tracks website usage, page views, and user behavior
- Performance monitoring: Measures website speed and performance
- Error tracking: Helps us identify and fix technical issues
- Usage statistics: Anonymous data about popular content and features
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
- Language preferences: Remember your preferred language
- Theme settings: Remember your display preferences
- Game preferences: Store your game settings and progress
- User interface: Remember your customization choices
2.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
- Targeted advertising: Show relevant ads based on your interests
- Ad frequency: Control how often you see the same advertisement
- Campaign tracking: Measure advertising effectiveness
- Social media: Enable social media sharing and integration
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We have no control over these cookies, and you should check the relevant third party's website for more information about their cookies and how to manage them.
3.1 Third-Party Services We Use
- Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance tracking
- Google Fonts: Web font delivery service
- Font Awesome: Icon font service
- Social Media Platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram integration
- Content Delivery Networks: Faster content delivery
4. Cookie Consent and Management
4.1 Your Consent
When you first visit our website, we will ask for your consent to use cookies that are not strictly necessary for the website to function. You can choose to accept or decline these cookies.
4.2 Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:
- Cookie Banner: Use our cookie consent banner when you first visit our site
- Browser Settings: Configure your browser to block or delete cookies
- Opt-Out Tools: Use industry opt-out tools for advertising cookies
- Contact Us: Email us to update your preferences
4.3 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- Set up notifications when cookies are being set
⚠️ Important Note
If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly, and your user experience may be limited.
5. Advertising Opt-Out
You can opt out of interest-based advertising by visiting the following websites:
6. Mobile Devices and Apps
Our mobile games may use similar technologies to cookies, such as:
- Local Storage: Store game data and preferences locally
- Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers for analytics and advertising
- SDKs: Third-party software development kits for analytics and ads
- Push Notifications: With your permission, for game updates and features
6.1 Mobile Privacy Controls
You can control mobile tracking through your device settings:
- iOS: Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking
- Android: Settings > Privacy > Ads
- Limit Ad Tracking: Available in both iOS and Android
- Reset Advertising ID: Reset your advertising identifier
7. Data Retention
Different types of cookies have different lifespans:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain for a set period (usually 1-2 years)
- Analytics Cookies: Typically expire after 2 years
- Advertising Cookies: Usually expire after 30 days to 1 year
8. International Users
We comply with international cookie laws and regulations, including:
- GDPR (EU): European Union General Data Protection Regulation
- ePrivacy Directive (EU): Cookie consent requirements
- CCPA (California): California Consumer Privacy Act
- PIPEDA (Canada): Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act
- Local Laws: We comply with applicable local privacy laws
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make changes, we will:
- Post the updated policy on our website
- Update the "Last Updated" date
- Notify you of significant changes via email or website notification
- Request renewed consent if required by law
10. Contact Us
Cookie-Related Questions
Company: Casual Game Studio
Email: luu.hui.ting@gmail.com
Subject Line: Cookie Policy Inquiry
What to Include
When contacting us about cookies, please include:
- Your specific question or concern
- The browser and device you're using
- The specific cookie or service you're asking about
- Your preferred cookie settings
Response Time: We will respond to cookie-related inquiries within 5 business days.
This Cookie Policy is effective as of December 24, 2024.
This policy explains how Casual Game Studio uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website and in our games.
Questions about cookies? Contact us at luu.hui.ting@gmail.com