Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and analyzing how you use our site.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They include:
- Session Cookies: Keep you logged in during your visit
- Security Cookies: Protect against fraud and unauthorized access
- Age Verification: Remember your age verification status
- Cookie Consent: Remember your cookie preferences
3.2 Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website:
- Google Analytics: Tracks website usage and performance
- Heat Mapping: Shows where users click and scroll
- User Journey Tracking: Analyzes navigation patterns
- Performance Monitoring: Measures page load times
3.3 Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences:
- Language Settings: Remember your preferred language
- Theme Preferences: Remember your display preferences
- Game Settings: Remember your gaming preferences
- Notification Settings: Remember your notification preferences
3.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements:
- Advertising Networks: Show relevant ads based on your interests
- Retargeting: Show ads for products you've viewed
- Social Media: Enable social media sharing and tracking
- Affiliate Marketing: Track referrals and commissions
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:
4.1 Google Services
- Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance tracking
- Google Ads: Advertising and conversion tracking
- YouTube: Embedded video content
4.2 Social Media
- Facebook: Social sharing and advertising
- Twitter: Social sharing and tracking
- LinkedIn: Professional networking features
4.3 Gaming Partners
- Game Providers: Third-party game integrations
- Payment Processors: Secure payment processing
- Customer Support: Live chat and support services
5. Cookie Duration
Cookies have different lifespans:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain for a set period (days, months, or years)
- First-Party Cookies: Set by our website
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
6.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your preferences
- Learn more about each cookie category
6.2 Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions
6.3 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of specific tracking:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
- Advertising: Your Online Choices
- Facebook: Facebook Ad Preferences
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not work properly:
- You may need to log in repeatedly
- Your preferences may not be saved
- Some games may not function correctly
- Personalized content may not be available
8. Legal Basis for Cookie Use
Under UK GDPR, we process cookies based on:
- Consent: For non-essential cookies (analytics, marketing)
- Legitimate Interest: For essential website functionality
- Contract: For cookies necessary to provide our services
9. Data Protection
We protect your data in accordance with:
- UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
- Data Protection Act 2018
- Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations
- Our Privacy Policy
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Updating the "Last updated" date
- Sending email notifications for significant changes
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@krautplay.games
- Address: Data Protection Officer, Colony Slots, London, UK
- Phone: +44 20 7946 0958