Cookie Policy
What This Policy Covers
This cookie policy explains how The Arcade Vault uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our site at pixelcalmpath.pro. We are committed to transparency about how we collect and use information, and we respect your privacy as a discerning visitor to our curated gaming hub.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow websites to remember information about your visit, such as your preferences or login status. Related technologies include localStorage and sessionStorage, which work similarly but store data locally on your device rather than sending it to a server with each request.
How We Use Cookies and Browser Storage
The Arcade Vault uses browser storage technology in a minimal and purposeful way:
- Cookie Banner Preference: We use localStorage to remember your choice regarding this cookie policy. When you interact with our cookie banner, we store your preference so we do not repeatedly display the same notice on future visits. This data is stored only on your device and is never transmitted to our servers.
- Optional Analytics: If you have consented to analytics, we may use cookies or similar technologies to collect anonymised information about how you use our site—such as which pages you visit, how long you stay, and which games you browse. This helps us understand our audience of serious retro enthusiasts and improve the quality and curation of our content. Analytics data is processed in aggregate and does not identify you personally.
What We Do Not Use Cookies For
The Arcade Vault does not use cookies for:
- Advertising or third-party tracking
- Payment processing or financial transactions
- Gambling or wagering of any kind
- User account login or authentication (we do not operate user accounts)
- Selling or sharing your data with advertisers
Third-Party Services
We do not embed third-party advertising networks, social media trackers, or external analytics services that set their own cookies. Any analytics we use are configured to respect your privacy and do not share data with external parties without your explicit consent.
Your Choices and Control
You have full control over cookies and browser storage on your device:
- Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control or disable cookies through their settings. You can also configure your browser to alert you when a cookie is being set. Consult your browser's help documentation for instructions specific to your device.
- Clear Browser Storage: You can delete localStorage and other stored data at any time through your browser's settings. This will remove our cookie banner preference, and you may see the banner again on your next visit.
- Change Your Preference: If you wish to withdraw or update your consent to analytics or other optional features, you can do so by clearing your browser storage or by contacting us directly (see below).
- Do Not Track: Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. While we respect this signal, we cannot guarantee that all third-party services will honour it.
Data Retention
Browser storage data (such as your cookie preference) is stored only on your device and does not expire unless you clear it manually. Analytics data, if collected, is retained in aggregate form and is not linked to individual visitors. We do not retain personal data beyond what is necessary to provide our service.
Children and Younger Visitors
The Arcade Vault is designed for discerning nostalgic gamers aged 35–55. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you are under 13 and have provided information through our site, please ask your parent or guardian to contact us so we can remove that data.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will post any material changes on this page and update the effective date. Your continued use of The Arcade Vault after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this cookie policy, how we use browser storage, or how to manage your preferences, please contact us:
The Arcade Vault
Manchester, England
United Kingdom
Email: hello@pixelcalmpath.pro