Cookie Policy

How QuantumPixel.info uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience.

Last updated: 1 November 2024 · Applies to: quantumpixel.info

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to website operators.

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, and local storage (collectively referred to as "cookies" in this Policy).

2. How QuantumPixel.info Uses Cookies

We use cookies on quantumpixel.info for the following purposes:

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Platform to function correctly. They cannot be disabled. They include:

  • Session cookies: Maintain your session state as you navigate the Platform (e.g., age verification status).
  • Security cookies: Help protect the Platform against fraudulent activity.

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and enhance your experience. They include:

  • Cookie consent cookie: Stores your cookie preference (accepted/declined) so we don't ask you again on subsequent visits.
  • Token storage: We use browser localStorage to store your virtual token balance across sessions. This data is stored entirely on your device and is not transmitted to our servers.
  • Age verification: We use sessionStorage to remember your age verification for the duration of your browser session.

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our Platform so we can improve it. The information collected is aggregated and anonymous. They include:

  • Page view tracking: Which pages are visited and how long users spend on them.
  • Traffic source tracking: How users arrive at quantumpixel.info.
  • Error tracking: Technical errors encountered during use of the Platform.

3.4 Preference Cookies

These cookies remember settings you have chosen, such as your preferred language or region.

4. Cookie Details Table

Cookie Name Type Purpose Duration
cookieConsent Functional Stores your cookie consent preference 1 year
ageVerified Strictly Necessary Remembers age verification for current session Session
qp_tokens Functional Stores virtual token balance (local device only) Persistent (localStorage)
_ga Analytics Distinguishes unique users for analytics (if enabled) 2 years

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit quantumpixel.info, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by:

  • Clearing your browser's cookies and localStorage — this will reset your preferences and the consent banner will reappear on your next visit.
  • Browser settings — most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Refer to your browser's help documentation for instructions.

Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may affect the functionality of the Platform.

6. Browser Cookie Controls

You can manage cookies directly through your browser settings. Here are links to cookie management guides for popular browsers:

7. Third-Party Cookies

Currently, quantumpixel.info does not use third-party advertising cookies. If we introduce third-party services in the future, we will update this Policy accordingly and seek your consent where required.

8. Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. We respect DNT signals where technically feasible. When DNT is enabled, we limit data collection to strictly necessary functions only.

9. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated Policy on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

For more information about how we handle your personal data, please read our Privacy Policy.