Cookie Policy

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1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Ghorlaxxchron ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website ghorlaxxchron.ddd. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie settings (where available) or your browser settings. Where consent is required, we will not place non-essential cookies unless you choose to allow them.

2. What Are Cookies?

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

Cookies serve various functions, such as:

  • Remembering your preferences and settings
  • Enabling website functionality
  • Collecting analytics data to improve the website
  • Delivering relevant advertising content

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as:

  • Remembering your cookie consent preferences
  • Enabling secure areas of the website
  • Ensuring website security and preventing fraud

Storage Name: cookieConsent (local storage)
Purpose: Stores your cookie preferences
Duration: Until cleared by you or your browser/device settings
Type: First-party

3.2 Analytics Cookies

If enabled, analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information. This data helps us improve website performance and user experience.

  • Tracking page views and navigation patterns
  • Measuring website performance
  • Understanding which pages are most popular
  • Identifying technical issues

Analytics cookies are used only with your consent (where implemented) and can be disabled at any time through cookie settings.

3.3 Marketing Cookies

If enabled, marketing cookies are used to measure and improve advertising campaigns and, in some cases, to show more relevant ads. They may be set by advertising partners and used to:

  • Build a profile of your interests
  • Show relevant advertisements on other websites
  • Limit the number of times you see an advertisement
  • Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns

Marketing cookies require your explicit consent (where implemented) and can be disabled at any time.

4. First-Party vs Third-Party Cookies

First-party cookies are set by our website directly and can only be read by us. They are used to remember your preferences and provide core functionality.

Third-party cookies are set by external services embedded on our website. These may include analytics providers and advertising networks. We have no direct control over these cookies, but we carefully select our partners.

5. Third-Party Services (If Enabled)

Depending on your consent and how our marketing is configured at a given time, we may use third-party services for measurement and advertising. Examples may include analytics and advertising services provided by major platforms. When used, such services may set cookies or use similar technologies to provide their functionality.

If these services are enabled, we will do so only in accordance with applicable law and (where required) only after you provide consent through the cookie banner/settings.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:

6.1 Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, a cookie banner will appear allowing you to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences by category.

6.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these options in the "Privacy" or "Security" section of your browser. You can:

  • View what cookies are stored and delete specific cookies
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Block all cookies from specific websites
  • Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Please note that blocking all cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

6.3 Opt-Out Links

For specific third-party services, you can opt out directly through their platforms. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party services for more information.

7. Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we may use browser local storage to store your preferences, such as your cookie consent choices. Local storage data persists until it is explicitly deleted. You can clear local storage through your browser settings.

8. Legal Basis

Our use of cookies is governed by:

  • The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679
  • The ePrivacy Directive 2002/58/EC (as amended by Directive 2009/136/EC)
  • Finnish Communications Regulation (Act on Electronic Communications Services 917/2014)

Strictly necessary cookies are placed based on our legitimate interest in providing a functional website. All other cookies require your prior consent.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a new "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.