Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Fern Spin Arcade ("we", "our", "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website, fernspinarcade.com. We are committed to being transparent about how we use these technologies and to giving you control over your preferences. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used across the internet to make websites function more efficiently and to provide information to website operators. Cookies can be "session cookies" (which expire when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them).

2. What Is Local Storage?

Local storage is a web technology that allows websites to store data directly in your browser. Unlike cookies, local storage data is not automatically sent to the server with every request. It remains on your device and can store larger amounts of information than traditional cookies. We use local storage primarily for saving game-related data such as your fun point balance.

3. How We Use Cookies and Local Storage

Fern Spin Arcade uses a minimal number of cookies and local storage entries. We do not use tracking cookies, advertising cookies, or third-party marketing cookies. Here is a complete list of the technologies we use:

3.1 Essential Cookies

These are necessary for the basic functionality of our website:

• fsa_cookies_accepted (Local Storage) — Stores your cookie consent preference so we do not show the consent banner on every visit. This has no expiry date but can be removed by clearing your browser data.

3.2 Functional / Game Data

These store game-related information locally on your device:

• Game fun point balances (Local Storage) — Each game may store your current fun point balance so that your entertainment progress is preserved between sessions. This data is stored entirely on your device and is not transmitted to our servers.
• Game state data (Local Storage) — Certain games may store temporary game state information (such as high scores or game progress) to enhance your experience.

3.3 Analytics

We may use basic server-side analytics to understand general traffic patterns. These do not involve placing tracking cookies on your device and do not identify individual users. We do not use Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or any similar third-party tracking technology.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Fern Spin Arcade does not use third-party cookies. We do not integrate with social media tracking, advertising networks, or analytics platforms that place cookies on your device. The only external resource we load is Google Fonts for typography, which is subject to Google's own privacy and cookie policies.

5. Your Cookie Choices

You have several options for managing cookies and local storage:

• Cookie consent banner: When you first visit our site, a banner allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Your preference is stored in local storage.
• Browser settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these under "Privacy" or "Security" settings. You can choose to block all cookies, accept only certain cookies, or be notified when a cookie is being placed.
• Clearing data: You can clear cookies and local storage at any time through your browser settings. Please note that clearing local storage will reset your game fun point balances and cookie consent preference.

Please be aware that disabling cookies or local storage may affect certain features of our website, such as the ability to remember your cookie preferences or maintain game progress between sessions.

6. How to Clear Cookies and Local Storage

Instructions vary by browser, but you can generally clear your browsing data as follows:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Clear Browsing Data
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data → Clear Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Privacy, Search and Services → Clear Browsing Data

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. When changes are made, the "Last updated" date at the top of this page will be revised. We encourage you to review this policy from time to time to stay informed about how we use cookies.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please reach out:

• Email: [email protected]
• Post: Fern Spin Arcade, PO Box 912, Auckland 1140, New Zealand