Cookie Policy

Last updated: November 18, 2025

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our Service.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled.

  • Authentication: Keep you logged in
  • Security: Protect against fraud and abuse
  • Session Management: Remember your game state

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.

  • Preferences: Remember your settings (dark mode, language)
  • User Interface: Customize your experience

2.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our Service.

  • Google Analytics: Traffic analysis and usage patterns
  • Performance Monitoring: Error tracking and optimization

2.4 Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements (for free users only).

  • Google Ads: Display relevant ads
  • Ad Performance: Measure ad effectiveness

Premium subscribers do not see advertisements.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We use cookies from the following third-party services:

  • Clerk: Authentication and user management
  • Google Analytics: Website analytics
  • Google Ads: Advertising (if applicable)
  • Stripe: Payment processing

These third parties have their own privacy policies governing their use of cookies.

4. How to Control Cookies

4.1 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

4.2 Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, we will ask for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can update your preferences at any time through the cookie settings banner.

4.3 Opt-Out Options

You can opt out of specific cookies:

5. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, some features of our Service may not function properly:

  • You may need to log in repeatedly
  • Your preferences won't be remembered
  • Some features may be unavailable
  • You may see less relevant advertisements

6. Cookie Duration

Cookies may be:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain until they expire or you delete them (typically 30 days to 2 years)

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of significant changes.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us at: privacy@rummy-platform.com