1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how TilePlayO ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies such as browser local storage when you visit our website, tileplayo.com (the "Website"). This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
By continuing to use our Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time as described in Section 5 below.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.
In addition to traditional cookies, modern websites may use similar technologies such as browser local storage (also known as Web Storage or localStorage). Local storage works similarly to cookies but allows websites to store larger amounts of data directly in your browser. Unlike cookies, local storage data is not automatically sent to the server with every request.
3. Cookies and Local Storage We Use
We strive to be transparent about the technologies we use. Below is a detailed overview of the cookies and local storage items used on our Website:
3.1 Necessary / Essential Cookies
These are strictly necessary for the Website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as setting your cookie consent preferences. Without these, certain features of the Website may not work properly.
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| tileplayo_cookie_consent | localStorage | Stores your cookie consent preference (accepted or rejected) | Persistent until cleared |
| tileplayo_cookie_consent_date | localStorage | Records the date and time you gave or refused cookie consent | Persistent until cleared |
Under GDPR, strictly necessary cookies do not require user consent because they are essential for the Website to operate. These cookies do not collect personal data for marketing purposes or track your browsing activity across other websites.
3.2 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies enable the Website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these features may not function properly.
Currently, our Website uses localStorage-based functional storage to remember your preferences and ensure a consistent browsing experience across pages. These include remembering your navigation state and display preferences.
3.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)
If you accept cookies via our consent banner, we may use analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with our Website. These cookies collect information in an anonymised form, including the number of visitors, where visitors come from, and the pages they visit. This data helps us improve the Website and its content.
Analytics cookies are only placed on your device if you click "Accept" on our cookie consent banner. If you reject cookies, no analytics data will be collected.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Our Website may include links to third-party websites, applications, or services (such as app stores, game developer websites, or social media platforms). These third parties may set their own cookies when you click on their links and visit their websites.
We do not control the cookies set by third parties and are not responsible for their cookie practices. We encourage you to review the cookie and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
As of the last update of this policy, our Website does not embed third-party tracking scripts, social media widgets, or advertising cookies. If this changes in the future, we will update this Cookie Policy accordingly and request your consent where required by law.
5. How to Manage Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies and local storage:
5.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Website, a cookie consent banner will appear at the bottom of the page. You can choose to:
- Accept -- this allows us to use analytics and functional cookies in addition to essential cookies.
- Reject -- this means only strictly necessary cookies (your consent preference) will be stored.
5.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete individual cookies or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites or all websites
- Block third-party cookies
- Clear all cookies when you close your browser
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of our Website.
5.3 Clearing Local Storage
To remove locally stored data for our Website:
- Chrome: Open Developer Tools (F12) > Application tab > Local Storage > select our website > clear entries.
- Firefox: Open Developer Tools (F12) > Storage tab > Local Storage > select our website > delete entries.
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data > find our website > Remove.
- Edge: Open Developer Tools (F12) > Application tab > Local Storage > select our website > clear entries.
After clearing local storage, the cookie consent banner will reappear on your next visit, allowing you to set your preferences again.
5.4 Withdrawing Consent
You can withdraw your cookie consent at any time by clearing your browser's local storage for our Website as described above. Once cleared, the consent banner will appear again on your next visit, giving you a fresh choice.
6. GDPR Compliance
We are committed to complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 ("GDPR"), the UK Data Protection Act 2018, and the ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC) as amended by Directive 2009/136/EC. Our cookie practices align with these regulations in the following ways:
- Consent: We obtain your explicit consent before placing any non-essential cookies on your device through our cookie consent banner.
- Transparency: This Cookie Policy clearly explains what cookies and local storage we use, their purpose, and how long they persist.
- Choice: You have the ability to accept or reject non-essential cookies and can withdraw your consent at any time.
- Minimal Data Collection: We only use cookies and local storage that are necessary for the operation of our Website or that you have explicitly consented to.
- No Personal Data in Cookies: Our essential cookies (localStorage items) do not contain personal data. They store only your consent preference and the timestamp of that decision.
- Right to Object: Under Article 21 of the GDPR, you have the right to object to the processing of your personal data, including data collected through cookies.
7. Your Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights in relation to cookies and the data they collect:
- Right of Access: You can request information about what cookie data we hold about you.
- Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete cookie-related data, or you can delete it yourself through your browser settings.
- Right to Restrict Processing: You can restrict non-essential cookie processing by rejecting cookies via our consent banner.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: You may withdraw your cookie consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out before withdrawal.
- Right to Complain: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority if you believe your rights have been violated.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@tileplayo.com.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, the technologies we use, legal requirements, or other factors. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
If we make significant changes to how we use cookies, we will notify you by displaying a new cookie consent banner so that you can review and update your preferences.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies and local storage, please contact us:
TilePlayO Media
Friedrichstraße 123
10117 Berlin
Germany
Email: contact@tileplayo.com
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please read our Privacy Policy.