Cookie Policy for Respawn Review
This Cookie Policy describes how Respawn Review uses cookies and similar tracking technologies in connection with our video games website, digital store, community forums, streaming features, and related services (“Services”). By continuing to use our Services, you agree to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit a website or use an online service. They enable certain functionalities, remember preferences, enhance performance, and provide a personalized user experience. Cookies can be session-based (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent (stored until they expire or you remove them).
2. Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic operation of our Services, such as secure login, saving progress in your account, enabling multiplayer features, and processing purchases for video games or downloadable content.
- Performance Cookies: Collect anonymous information on how players interact with our Services, including which game pages are visited most, how long users stay on specific pages, and how gameplay videos are accessed.
- Functionality Cookies: Store user preferences, such as language, preferred platform (PC, console, or mobile), saved wishlists, and last played games.
- Advertising Cookies: Provide targeted ads, such as offers for new video game releases, special in-game events, or expansion packs based on your interests.
- Analytics Cookies: Track usage trends, player engagement, and the effectiveness of marketing campaigns to improve our Services and game-related content.
3. How We Use Cookies
- Store account and authentication details for smooth login.
- Save your progress in browsing or shopping for video games.
- Personalize recommendations for games you might enjoy.
- Analyze website traffic and player engagement in our community.
- Test new features and measure their effectiveness.
- Secure our Services against fraud and unauthorized activity.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third parties providing services on our behalf. These may include analytics providers, advertising networks, and payment processors. For example, analytics cookies may help us understand how players navigate between game reviews, trailers, and download pages.
5. Managing Cookies
You can manage or delete cookies using your browser settings. Disabling some cookies may affect your ability to purchase games, participate in multiplayer sessions, or access certain features. Essential cookies cannot be disabled without affecting core functionality.
6. Duration of Cookies
- Session Cookies: Active only while your browser is open and deleted afterward.
- Persistent Cookies: Remain until their set expiration date or until you delete them manually.
7. Similar Technologies
We may also use pixel tags, local storage, and device identifiers to measure performance, deliver personalized in-game promotions, and enhance your experience. These technologies work alongside cookies to collect information about how you interact with our Services.
8. Cookies in Video Game Features
If you use community features like streaming, multiplayer matchmaking, leaderboards, or game chat, cookies help remember your settings, preferred servers, and recent matches. They also assist in matchmaking by storing region and connection preferences.
9. Consent
When you first visit our Services, you are informed about our cookie use. By continuing to browse or play without changing your cookie preferences, you consent to their use in accordance with this policy.
10. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect technological changes, regulatory requirements, or improvements to our Services. Updates will apply from the date they are posted.
11. Contact Information
If you have questions about our use of cookies or data practices related to video games, you can contact us using the details provided in our general Privacy Policy.
By using our video games website and related services, you acknowledge that cookies improve your experience by enabling smooth gameplay, personalized recommendations, and secure transactions. Disabling cookies may limit some features, but we aim to ensure an engaging and enjoyable environment for all players.