Cookie Policy
1. What Are Cookies?#
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how you use the site.
Our Approach: We use cookies sparingly and only when necessary for functionality or with your consent.
2. Cookies We Use#
2.1 Essential Cookies (Required)#
These cookies are necessary for our control panel to function. You cannot disable these as the site won't work without them.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
gg_session |
Keeps you logged in | Session | First-party |
csrf_token |
Prevents cross-site attacks | Session | First-party |
remember_me |
Remember login (if opted) | 30 days | First-party |
load_balance |
Distributes server load | Session | First-party |
Why Required: - Session management: Can't use control panel without login state - Security: CSRF tokens protect against attacks - Load balancing: Ensures you reach correct server
2.2 Preference Cookies (Optional)#
Store your preferences and settings. You can disable these but you'll need to set preferences each visit.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
theme |
Dark/light mode preference | 1 year | First-party |
language |
Preferred language | 1 year | First-party |
dashboard_layout |
Dashboard customization | 1 year | First-party |
cookie_consent |
Your cookie preferences | 1 year | First-party |
Impact if Disabled: - Reset to default theme each visit - Lose dashboard customization - Must re-set language preference
2.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)#
Help us understand how people use our control panel to improve it. You can opt-out and still use all features.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics identifier | 2 years | Third-party |
_gid |
Google Analytics session | 24 hours | Third-party |
_gat |
Google Analytics throttling | 1 minute | Third-party |
What We Track: - Pages visited - Features used - Time spent on pages - Browser and device type - Anonymized IP addresses (last octet removed)
What We DON'T Track: - Your personal information - Specific server configurations - File contents - Email addresses (beyond GA user ID)
Opt-Out: - Use our cookie preference center - Install Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on - Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser
3. Cookies We DON'T Use#
No Advertising Cookies: - ❌ We don't use tracking cookies for ads - ❌ We don't sell data to advertisers - ❌ We don't use ad networks or remarketing
No Cross-Site Tracking: - ❌ We don't track you across other websites - ❌ We don't share cookies with data brokers
No Social Media Cookies: - ❌ No Facebook/Twitter/LinkedIn tracking pixels - ❌ Our social links don't track you
4. Third-Party Cookies#
4.1 Google Analytics#
Provider: Google LLC Purpose: Website analytics Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy Opt-Out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Data Shared: - Anonymized IP address - Pages visited on our site - Browser and device info - General location (city-level)
Google's Use: - Generates aggregate statistics for us - May use data across Google services (if you're logged into Google)
4.2 Payment Processors#
When you make payments, our payment processors (Stripe, PayPal) may set their own cookies:
Stripe: - Purpose: Fraud detection - Privacy: https://stripe.com/privacy
PayPal: - Purpose: Payment processing, security - Privacy: https://www.paypal.com/privacy
These Are Set on Their Domains, not ours. Refer to their privacy policies.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences#
5.1 Our Cookie Preference Center#
Access: Click "Cookie Settings" in footer or during first visit.
Options: - Essential: Cannot disable (required) - Preferences: Enable/disable - Analytics: Enable/disable
Changes Take Effect: Immediately upon saving
5.2 Browser Settings#
All Browsers let you control cookies:
Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Options: - Block all cookies (will break login functionality) - Block third-party cookies only - Clear cookies on browser close - Delete specific cookies
5.3 Do Not Track#
We Respect DNT: - If your browser sends DNT signal, we disable analytics cookies - Essential cookies still required for functionality - Preference cookies respect your choice
How to Enable: - Most browsers have DNT setting in privacy options - Blocks analytics but allows functional cookies
6. Cookie Consent#
6.1 For EU/UK Visitors (GDPR)#
First Visit: - Cookie banner explaining our cookies - Options to accept, reject, or customize - Essential cookies load immediately - Optional cookies wait for consent
Your Rights: - ✅ Accept all - ❌ Reject optional (essential still load) - ⚙️ Customize per category - 🔄 Change mind anytime
6.2 For California Visitors (CCPA)#
Cookie Disclosure: - We disclose cookie use in this policy - You can opt-out of analytics - "Do Not Sell" is N/A (we don't sell data)
6.3 For Other Visitors#
Implied Consent: - Continuing to use site = consent to essential cookies - You can still opt-out of optional cookies
7. Local Storage and Similar Technologies#
7.1 Web Storage (localStorage/sessionStorage)#
We Use browser storage for: - Cached API responses (faster loading) - Draft forms (auto-save) - Temporary UI state
Similar to Cookies but: - Not sent to server automatically - More storage capacity - JavaScript access only
Manage: Clear through browser settings (same as cookies)
7.2 IndexedDB#
Purpose: - Offline functionality (if you enable) - Caching large data sets
Control: Clear via browser developer tools or settings
8. Mobile App Cookies#
If you use our mobile app (iOS/Android):
Similar Concepts: - Apps use local storage, not traditional cookies - Privacy settings in app preferences - Follows same principles as web cookies
Controls: - App settings → Privacy → Data collection - Device settings → App permissions
9. Automated Decision-Making#
We DON'T Use Cookies for: - Automated credit decisions - Automated account terminations - Profiling that affects you legally
All Major Decisions involve human review.
10. Children's Privacy#
Our Services: - Not intended for users under 18 - We don't knowingly collect cookies from minors - Parents: Contact us if concerned
11. International Data Transfers#
Cookie Data: - Stored on servers in United States - Google Analytics may process in US or other Google locations - Follows same protections as personal data in Privacy Policy
12. Security#
Cookie Protection:
- Secure flag (transmitted over HTTPS only)
- HttpOnly flag for session cookies (JavaScript cannot access)
- SameSite attribute (CSRF protection)
- Short expiration for sensitive cookies
Your Part: - Don't share your device with untrusted people while logged in - Log out on shared computers - Clear cookies on public computers
13. Updates to Cookie Policy#
Changes: - We'll update this policy if we change cookie usage - "Last Updated" date at top - Material changes announced via email or banner - Check back periodically
Version History: - Available upon request
14. Your Rights (GDPR/CCPA)#
Access: Request list of cookies we've set Deletion: Request deletion of cookie data Objection: Object to non-essential cookies Portability: Download cookie consent record
Exercise Rights: [email protected]
15. Questions and Contact#
General Inquiries: [email protected] Cookie Settings: [Link to preference center on your site] Full Privacy Policy: [Link to your privacy policy]
16. Glossary#
First-Party Cookie: Set by galaxygaming.host Third-Party Cookie: Set by another domain (like google.com) Session Cookie: Deleted when you close browser Persistent Cookie: Stays until expiration date Secure Cookie: Only transmitted over HTTPS HttpOnly Cookie: Cannot be accessed by JavaScript SameSite Cookie: Restrictions on cross-site transmission
Summary Table#
| Category | Required? | Purpose | Can Disable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | ✅ Yes | Login, security, site functionality | ❌ No |
| Preference | ❌ No | Remember your settings | ✅ Yes |
| Analytics | ❌ No | Understand usage, improve site | ✅ Yes |
| Advertising | N/A | We don't use these | N/A |
Bottom Line: - Essential cookies required for site to work - Analytics help us improve (optional) - We respect your privacy choices - No advertising or tracking across sites - You're in control
Manage Your Cookie Preferences: [Link to preference center]
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