Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 1, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Social Gaming Hub UK Online uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our platform. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies typically contain:

• The name of the website that created the cookie
• An identification number unique to the device
• A value or piece of information
• An expiration date

2. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Enable essential platform functionality
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Save your age verification status
• Store your cookie consent choices
• Improve platform performance
• Understand how visitors use our platform

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

3.2 Performance Cookies

3.3 Functional Cookies

4. Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to save:

• Game progress and virtual currency balances
• Game settings and preferences
• User interface customizations

Local storage data:

• Remains on your device only
• Is not transmitted to our servers
• Persists until you manually clear it
• Can be managed through browser settings

5. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies. These may include:

• Analytics providers (e.g., to understand user behavior)
• Performance monitoring tools

We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to the relevant third party's privacy policy for information about their cookies.

6. Cookie Duration

6.1 Session Cookies

These temporary cookies expire when you close your browser. They help maintain your session while you browse our platform.

6.2 Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device until they expire or you delete them. They remember your preferences across visits. Typical durations include:

• Age verification: 1 year
• Cookie consent: 1 year
• Preferences: 6 months to 1 year

7. Managing Cookies

7.1 Cookie Consent Tool

When you first visit our platform, we'll show a cookie consent banner. You can accept or adjust your preferences through this tool.

7.2 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can usually:

• View and delete cookies
• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies
• Clear cookies when you close the browser
• Receive warnings before cookies are stored

7.3 How to Manage Cookies by Browser

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, some features of our platform may not function properly. Specifically:

• You may be asked to verify your age on each visit
• Your game progress may not be saved
• The cookie consent banner may appear repeatedly
• Some preferences may not be remembered

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Displaying a notice on the platform

10. Your Consent

By using our platform and accepting our cookie banner, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can withdraw your consent at any time by:

• Changing your cookie settings
• Clearing your browser cookies
• Using browser settings to block cookies

11. Questions About Cookies

If you have questions about how we use cookies, please visit our Help Center or review our Privacy Policy for more information about our data practices.