1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer or mobile device when you browse websites. They allow websites to remember user preferences, maintain session state, and deliver relevant advertisements.
2. How ArcadePulse Uses Cookies
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential / Functional | Maintains security tokens (CSRF nonces), remembers Dark/Light mode preference, and saves game high scores locally. | Persistent (LocalStorage) |
| Analytical Cookies | Anonymously monitors page load speeds, popular game trends, and technical errors to help us improve performance. | Session / 1 Year |
| Advertising (Google AdSense) | Enables Google and authorized partners to display relevant non-intrusive advertisements to support free gaming access. | Up to 24 Months |
3. Managing Cookie Preferences
You can configure your browser settings to accept, reject, or prompt before accepting cookies. Note that disabling essential cookies may impact certain interactive features such as high score saves.