What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website places on your computer or mobile device. These files store unique identifiers that help recognize your browser or device.
Why Do We Use Cookies?
Cookies serve multiple purposes, from improving your browsing experience to making websites function more efficiently. They allow us to understand how you interact with our site, help you navigate seamlessly between pages, remember your preferences, and enhance overall website performance. Additionally, cookies assist in delivering advertisements that align with your interests.
Types of Cookies We Use
At Skir Arcade, we use four main types of cookies:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionalities like secure login areas and account verification.
- Performance Cookies: These help us understand how you interact with our website, track page visits, and measure overall site performance. For instance, these cookies allow us to optimize content and ensure the site operates efficiently.
- Functionality Cookies: These cookies enhance your experience by remembering login credentials, customization settings, and previous interactions with the site. They ensure a more personalized experience when using our services.
- Targeting Cookies: We, along with our advertising partners, use these cookies to display relevant advertisements tailored to your interests. These cookies may also track your browsing activity beyond our website to serve ads on other platforms.
First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies
- First-Party Cookies: These are directly set by Skir Arcade to support essential website functionalities, such as user authentication and account security.
- Third-Party Cookies: These are placed by external service providers, including advertisers and analytics platforms, to enhance your experience and provide relevant advertisements. Some of the third-party cookies we use include:
- Google Analytics: This service helps us analyze visitor behavior on our site. It collects data in an aggregated form, ensuring user anonymity. Learn more about how Google Analytics handles data here. If you prefer, you can opt out via this tool.
- Google AdSense & DoubleClick: These services use cookies to display advertisements relevant to your browsing activity. Depending on your location, some ads may be contextual rather than personalized. Learn more about advertising cookies here.
How Long Do Cookies Stay on Your Device?
The lifespan of a cookie depends on its type:
- Session Cookies: These are temporary and expire once you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device until they reach their expiration date or are manually deleted.
Managing Cookies
While cookies enhance your browsing experience, you have full control over them. You can manage, disable, or delete cookies through your browser settings. If you need guidance, the About Cookies website provides detailed instructions for all major browsers. Keep in mind that disabling certain cookies may impact the functionality of our site.
For any questions about our cookie policy, feel free to reach out to us at Skir Arcade.
