Cookie Policy
How we use cookies and similar technologies on this platform.
Introduction
We use cookies and similar technologies to operate our website, improve performance and understand how visitors use our services. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on lberta4.slonik.store, and how you can manage your preferences.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function properly, improve user experience and provide information to website operators. Similar technologies include local storage, session storage and web beacons.
Cookies may be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (remaining on your device for a set period or until deleted).
Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are strictly necessary for the Platform to function. They cannot be disabled without severely affecting how the site works. These cookies are used for:
- Maintaining your session while you are logged in.
- Remembering your age verification confirmation.
- Storing your cookie consent preferences.
- Security and fraud prevention.
- Load balancing and platform stability.
Legal basis: Legitimate interest (necessary for platform operation).
Functional Cookies
Functional cookies enable the Platform to remember choices you make and provide enhanced features. These cookies may be used for:
- Remembering your display preferences and settings.
- Saving your navigation preferences.
- Providing enhanced features such as chat support.
Legal basis: Consent. These cookies are only set if you have accepted functional cookies via our Cookie Settings.
Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Platform. They collect information such as pages visited, time spent and errors encountered. This data is used in aggregated, anonymised form to improve the Platform. These cookies may include:
- Visitor count and traffic source tracking.
- Page performance measurement.
- Navigation path analysis.
Legal basis: Consent. Analytics cookies are only set if you have accepted them via our Cookie Settings.
Marketing Cookies
Marketing cookies may be used to show you relevant advertising based on your browsing activity. These cookies track your visits across websites and are used to build a profile of your interests. They are placed by advertising networks and shared with the Platform operator.
Legal basis: Consent. Marketing cookies are only set if you have explicitly accepted them via our Cookie Settings. You can withdraw consent at any time.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on the Platform are set by third-party services we use, including analytics providers and payment processors. These cookies are subject to the privacy policies of the relevant third parties. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party services we use.
Cookie Retention
Cookie retention periods vary by cookie type:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser.
- Age gate preference: Stored until manually cleared.
- Cookie consent preference: Stored until manually cleared.
- Analytics cookies: Typically 12–24 months.
- Marketing cookies: Typically up to 12 months.
Managing Your Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the Cookie Settings button in our cookie banner, which you can re-access via the footer or at the bottom of this page.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to view, delete and block cookies. Please note that blocking essential cookies will affect your ability to use the Platform. For more information, consult your browser's help documentation.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at support@lberta4.slonik.store or visit our Contact Us page.