Cookie Policy - Buddy Plays

1. Understanding Cookies

Understanding cookies begins with recognizing them as small text files saved to your device. They capture browsing activity and preference data. Cookies enable device identification, preference memory, platform analysis, and improved user experience. Browsers generally accept cookies by default with customizable settings for rejection.

2. Cookie Usage Types

Cookie usage types encompass Essential usage for required functions, Functional usage for user preferences, Analytics usage for behavior understanding, and Performance usage for speed enhancement. Usage types serve specific purposes for platform functionality and experience. Types include first-party (our) and third-party (external) usage.

3. Non-Optional Cookies

Non-optional cookies are mandatory for platform operation and cannot be disabled by users. They support core functions including authentication mechanisms, security implementations, session handling, and essential navigation. Without non-optional cookies, fundamental services like user login, account access, and security features become non-functional. Marketing information collection is not included.

4. Optimization Cookies

Optimization cookies help us understand visitor platform behaviors. They collect information about page visits, source traffic, click patterns, and session durations. This anonymous aggregated information optimizes platform performance, identifies technical problems, and enhances user experiences. Essential functionality continues without optimization cookie acceptance.

5. Configuration Cookies

Configuration cookies retain user choices and settings for customized platform interactions. They save information such as language choices, display options, theme selections, and layout customizations. Configuration cookies improve usability by remembering settings between sessions. Disabling configurations may require repeated adjustments and limited personalization.

6. External Service Cookies

External service cookies are placed by outside providers integrated with our platform, such as analytics tools, advertising services, and social media features. These cookies may monitor activity across various sites. We lack control over external service cookies or their operations. Browser settings or service-provided opt-out tools enable management. Consult external service privacy policies for comprehensive details.

7. Cookie Deletion Controls

Cookie deletion controls are available through browser settings interfaces. Deletion controls enable viewing, removing, and blocking cookie functions. Controls include options to accept all cookies, reject all cookies, or receive cookie notifications. Be aware that blocking certain cookies may affect platform functionality and experience levels. Browser support resources provide detailed deletion control instructions.

8. Cookie Lifetime Periods

Cookie lifetime periods vary based on type and function. Session lifetime cookies expire upon browser closure and are temporary in nature. Persistent lifetime cookies remain stored for defined durations or until user deletion, spanning days to years. Essential cookies generally last for sessions, while preference and analytics cookies may endure longer for settings retention and long-term pattern evaluation.

9. Policy Evolution Notice

Policy evolution notice: this Cookie Policy may evolve to reflect technology changes, legal requirements, or practice updates. Evolution is posted on this page with updated dates. Significant evolution may be communicated via platform notices or email. Continuing use after evolution indicates acceptance. Regular review maintains policy awareness.

10. Cookie Information Contact

Cookie information contact directs inquiries to our privacy team via designated website channels. We maintain transparency commitment and provide information promptly. Technical assistance with cookie settings or privacy rights exercise is available. Information contacts receive responses within 5-7 business days standard.