Cookie Policy
Effective Date: March 17, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how GuardAleQuest uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
1. 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 provide information to website owners.
1.1 Types of Cookies
Cookies can be classified in several ways:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device until they expire or you delete them
- First-Party Cookies: Set by GuardAleQuest directly
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use
2. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to save your game progress. Local storage allows us to store larger amounts of data that persist across browser sessions.
2.1 What We Store Locally
- Age Verification: Confirmation that you are 18 or older
- Cookie Consent: Record of your cookie preferences
- Game Progress: Your virtual coin balance, wins, losses, and statistics
3. How We Use Cookies
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation and access to secure areas.
Examples:
- Age verification status
- Cookie consent preferences
- Session management
Can be disabled: No - the website won't work properly without them
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences.
Examples:
- Game settings and preferences
- Language preferences
- Display preferences
Can be disabled: Yes - but some features may not work as intended
3.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
Examples:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on site
- Browser and device information
- Traffic sources
Can be disabled: Yes
4. Specific Cookies We Use
4.1 GuardAleQuest Cookies
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| ageVerified | Stores age verification status | Persistent |
| cookieConsent | Records cookie consent | Persistent |
| playerData | Saves game progress and statistics | Persistent |
5. Managing Cookies
5.1 Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to manage cookie preferences through their settings. You can typically:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete all or specific cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all third-party cookies
- Clear cookies when closing the browser
5.2 How to Control Cookies by Browser
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies
5.3 Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies, some features of GuardAleQuest may not function properly:
- You may need to verify your age each visit
- Your game progress won't be saved
- Preferences won't be remembered
- Some interactive features may not work
6. Third-Party Cookies
We may use trusted third-party services that place their own cookies on your device. These services help us analyze website usage and improve our platform.
6.1 Analytics Services
We may use analytics services to understand how users interact with our site. These services use cookies to collect anonymous usage data.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our website.
8. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have "Do Not Track" features that let you tell websites not to track your online activities. We currently do not respond to Do Not Track signals as there is no industry standard for compliance.
9. Your Consent
By using GuardAleQuest, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. When you first visit our site, we will ask for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@guardalequst.com
- Contact Form: Contact Us
Cookie Summary
We use cookies to enhance your experience, save your progress, and understand how our platform is used. You have control over cookie settings through your browser, though disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.
Last Updated: March 17, 2026