Cookies Policy

Cookies Policy for Lottario

What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit them. These files contain information about your interactions with the website and can be used to personalize your experience.

Why Do We Use Cookies?

We use cookies to make our website work better for you and to improve your overall browsing experience. They help us remember what you've done on previous visits, such as which games you played or how far you got in a tournament. This way, we can show you relevant information and suggest new content that you might enjoy.

Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. These cookies allow us to:

• Remember your login credentials so you don't have to log in every time you visit
• Keep track of your game progress or session state, such as what level you're on and how many lives you have left
• Provide a secure connection between your browser and our server using HTTPS encryption

These cookies expire at the end of each browsing session.

Session Cookies

Session cookies are temporary cookies that only exist while you're actively using our website. They help us keep track of what you've done during this specific session, such as which games you played or how many items you added to your cart. These cookies disappear when you close your browser or log out of your account.

Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain on your device even after you close your browser or log off from our website. They help us remember what you've done in the past, such as which games you played previously or how far you progressed in a tournament. These cookies can be removed at any time using your browser's cookie controls.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies enhance your experience on our website by remembering preferences and settings that you choose during each visit. For example:

• Remembering what language you prefer to see the site
• Choosing which notifications or promotions to display
• Personalizing game recommendations based on your interests and playstyle

Analytics and Performance Cookies

Analytics and performance cookies help us understand how our website is used, such as:

• How many visitors come from which sources (e.g., social media, search engines)
• Which pages are most frequently visited or engaged with
• What errors occur during gameplay or other interactions

This information helps us optimize the user experience and improve site functionality.

Preference and Language Settings

Cookies also remember your language preferences so that our website can display text in a format you find easy to read. We use cookies to store:

• Your preferred language setting (e.g., English, French, Spanish)
• The choice of default font size or style
• Other settings like screen reader support for visually impaired users

Login/Session Continuity

We use persistent cookies to remember your login credentials so that you don't need to log in every time. If you're using a shared computer, it's recommended that you clear these cookies after each session.

Device Recognition and Security-Related Cookies

Cookies can also help prevent unauthorized access or attacks by detecting unusual activity on our site. This helps us ensure your safety while gaming.

Browser Storage Technologies

While not strictly cookies, other browser storage technologies like local shared objects (LSOs) or client-side web storage may be used for similar purposes as cookies. These allow us to store user-specific data in a secure manner without the need for server-side requests.

Third-Party Integrations and Marketing Preferences

Some parts of our website integrate services from external companies, such as:

• Google Analytics (web analytics)
• Facebook pixels or other social media tracking
• Advertising platforms that set cookies to monitor browsing behavior for marketing purposes

We allow you to opt out of these integrations at any time by updating your preferences in the relevant cookie settings.

Cookie Consent Management and Browser Controls

You have complete control over which cookies are stored on your device. Most modern browsers provide easy-to-access controls:

• For Google Chrome: click on the lock icon, then go to Cookies and site data
• For Mozilla Firefox: type about:preferences#privacy in the address bar and navigate to Tracking Protection or Permissions
• For Safari (Apple): Preferences > Privacy > Block all cookies

We also offer clear instructions for enabling, disabling, or clearing specific cookie types.

Site Functionality Impact When Cookies are Disabled

Please note that our website may not function optimally without cookies. Some features might:

• Fail to recognize you as a registered user
• Show less personalized content (e.g., no custom recommendations)
• Display incorrect language settings

We recommend enabling cookies for the best experience.

Technical Diagnostics and Performance Optimization

We use aggregated analytics data from multiple sources, including third-party integrations, to monitor our website's performance. This helps us identify areas where improvements can be made:

• Optimizing content delivery based on user behavior
• Speeding up page loads by reducing unnecessary requests
• Improving search engine rankings with relevant keyword targeting

This ensures a faster and more enjoyable experience for all users.

Aggregated Analytics Information and User Experience Improvements

We also gather aggregated data from various analytics sources to:

• Improve customer support (e.g., detecting common issues)
• Streamline game development based on user feedback
• Enhance overall site functionality through targeted updates

This helps us understand what matters most to you as a valued player.

Your Consent and Control

At any time, you can choose which cookies are allowed or blocked within your browser. We will never use data obtained from cookies to:

• Identify individual players without their consent
• Share personal information with third parties for commercial purposes

We respect your right to control what happens on our website.

More Information about Cookies and Your Rights

For more details on our approach to cookie usage, or to learn about additional privacy settings, please contact us using the methods available within the website.

Thank you for trusting us. Enjoy Lottario!