Cookie Policy

Last Updated: December 2024

This Cookie Policy explains how Magical Artifacts and Powers ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website, and your choices regarding these technologies.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

1.1 How Cookies Work

Cookies allow a website to:

  • Recognize your device and remember information about your visit
  • Store your preferences and settings
  • Keep you logged in during your session
  • Track your activity for analytics purposes
  • Provide personalized content and features

1.2 Types of Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use similar tracking technologies:

  • Web Beacons/Pixels: Small transparent images used to track page views and email opens
  • Local Storage: Data stored in your browser's local storage
  • Session Storage: Temporary data stored during your browsing session
  • Fingerprinting: Techniques that identify devices based on browser and device characteristics

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
  • Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
  • Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
  • Analytics Cookies: Collect anonymous statistical information about website usage
  • Marketing Cookies: Track your browsing habits to provide relevant content (if applicable)

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions made by you, such as setting privacy preferences or filling in forms.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
session_id Maintains user session, authentication Session
fs_score Stores Fantasy Score and achievements 1 year
cookie_consent Stores your cookie preferences 1 year
csrf_token Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery Session
user_preferences Stores language, theme, and display preferences 1 year

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They allow us to recognize and count the number of visitors and see how visitors move around the website.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes users, tracks sessions 2 years
_gid Google Analytics - distinguishes users for daily tracking 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics - throttles request rate 1 minute
_ga_* Google Analytics 4 - property identifier and session data 2 years

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
language Remembers your language preference 1 year
theme Stores your theme/display preferences 1 year
game_progress Saves your game progress and achievements 1 year
recent_searches Stores recent search queries for convenience 30 days

3.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant content on other sites. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.

Note: We currently use minimal advertising cookies. If this changes, we will update this policy and provide clear opt-out options.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
(Future use) Advertising and targeting cookies (if implemented) Varies

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We use the following third-party services:

4.1 Google Services

We use several Google services that may set cookies:

  • Google Maps: Used for displaying maps on our contact page. Sets cookies including:
    • NID - preferences and settings (6 months)
    • CONSENT - consent preferences (2 years)
    • Various session cookies for map functionality
    Google's privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
  • Google Analytics: Helps us understand how visitors use our website. Collects anonymous usage statistics. You can opt-out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
  • Google Fonts: Used for displaying custom fonts. May collect technical data about font usage.

4.2 Other Third-Party Services

We may use additional third-party services that set cookies:

  • Content Delivery Networks (CDN): For faster content delivery
  • Social Media Widgets: Share buttons and embedded content from social platforms
  • Payment Processors: If you make purchases, payment providers may set cookies (see our Privacy Policy)

5. Cookie Duration

Cookies can be either "session" cookies or "persistent" cookies:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are essential for the website to function during your visit.
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They remember your preferences for future visits.

6. Your Cookie Choices

You have several options to manage or limit how we and our partners use cookies:

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:

6.2 Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you may see a cookie consent banner. You can choose which types of cookies to accept. You can change your preferences at any time by visiting this Cookie Policy page or contacting us.

6.3 Opt-Out Tools

You can opt-out of certain third-party cookies:

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

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

  • You may need to re-enter information repeatedly
  • Your preferences may not be saved
  • Some interactive features may not work
  • Your Fantasy Score (FS) may not be saved
  • Maps and other third-party services may not display correctly

8. Mobile Devices

If you access our website from a mobile device, cookies may be used in a similar way. You can manage cookies through your mobile device's browser settings. Consult your device's manual for specific instructions.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

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

10. More Information

For more information about cookies, you can visit:

11. Cookie Consent Management

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize your cookie preferences by category

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

  • Clicking the cookie settings link in our footer
  • Visiting this Cookie Policy page
  • Clearing your browser cookies (which will reset preferences)
  • Contacting us to request changes

12. First-Party vs Third-Party Cookies

Cookies can be classified by who sets them:

  • First-Party Cookies: Set directly by our website domain. We control these cookies.
  • Third-Party Cookies: Set by domains other than ours (e.g., Google Analytics, social media platforms). These are controlled by the respective third parties and subject to their privacy policies.

13. Cookie Expiration

Cookies have different expiration times:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain until expiration date or manual deletion
  • Maximum Duration: We limit cookie duration to reasonable periods (typically 1-2 years maximum)

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Privacy Email: [email protected]
  • Address: 123 Enchanted Forest Lane, Mystical City, MC 12345, United Kingdom
  • Phone: +1 (234) 729-203
  • Business Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM GMT

15. Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and online privacy: