Cookies & Tracking

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are transmitted to and stored on a user's terminal device (computer, smartphone, tablet, or other internet-enabled device) upon the visitation of a website. These files are created by the web server and subsequently retrieved upon each successive visit to the same website, thereby enabling the server to identify the device and retain information pertaining to the user's browsing session.

From a technical perspective, HTTP cookies constitute a mechanism defined within the Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) specification, operating through a request-response cycle between the client browser and the web server. Each cookie consists of a name-value pair, accompanied by optional attributes including expiration date, domain scope, path restrictions, and security flags such as Secure and HttpOnly directives.

Cookies are to be distinguished from other tracking technologies, including but not limited to web beacons, pixel tags, local storage objects (LSOs), and fingerprinting scripts, all of which may similarly be employed to collect data regarding user interactions with digital services. The website operated under the domain dragonmaiden.games by Play'n GO Malta Limited may utilize one or more of the aforementioned technologies in accordance with applicable data protection legislation, including Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council (the General Data Protection Regulation, hereinafter "GDPR") and any supplementary national implementing measures.

Cookies are classified according to their duration of retention on the user's device. Session cookies are temporary in nature and are deleted automatically upon the closure of the browser session. Persistent cookies, by contrast, remain stored on the device for a predefined period determined by the expiration parameter set at the time of their creation, or until such time as they are manually removed by the user.

Cookie Categories

The cookies employed in connection with the operation of dragonmaiden.games are classified into the following categories, in accordance with the classification framework established by relevant supervisory authorities and industry standards:

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Strictly necessary cookies are those without which the website cannot function as intended. These cookies are essential for the provision of services explicitly requested by the user and are deployed to enable core functionalities such as user authentication, session management, load balancing, fraud prevention, and the maintenance of security protocols. No consent is required for the placement of strictly necessary cookies, as their use is grounded in the legitimate operational requirements of the data controller. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information beyond what is technically necessary for the delivery of the requested service.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies are utilized to enhance the user's experience by enabling the website to remember preferences and choices previously made by the user. Such preferences may include language selection, regional settings, display configurations, and other personalization parameters. Although these cookies are not strictly necessary for the basic operation of the website, their absence may result in a diminished level of service quality. Where functional cookies are not classified as strictly necessary, consent shall be obtained from the user prior to their deployment.

Analytical and Performance Cookies

Analytical and performance cookies are employed for the purpose of collecting aggregate statistical data regarding the manner in which users interact with the website. Information gathered through these cookies may include, but is not limited to, the number of visitors, pages visited, time spent on individual pages, traffic sources, and error reports. Such data is processed exclusively in aggregated and anonymized form and is used solely for the purpose of improving the performance, usability, and content of the website. Third-party analytics providers may be engaged for this purpose, in which case data may be transferred to such providers subject to appropriate data processing agreements and safeguards as required under applicable law.

Marketing and Targeting Cookies

Marketing and targeting cookies may be placed by Play'n GO Malta Limited or by authorized third-party service providers for the purpose of delivering content and advertisements that are relevant to the user's demonstrated interests. These cookies track browsing activity across websites and enable the compilation of profiles based on user behavior. The use of marketing and targeting cookies is subject to the prior, freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous consent of the user, as required under Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR and applicable ePrivacy regulations. Users retain the right to withdraw such consent at any time without detriment.

Third-Party Cookies

Certain functionalities integrated into dragonmaiden.games may result in the placement of cookies by third-party entities. These entities operate independently of Play'n GO Malta Limited and are governed by their own respective privacy and cookie policies. Play'n GO Malta Limited does not exercise control over the content or practices of third-party cookies and recommends that users review the applicable policies of such third parties. Where the placement of third-party cookies constitutes a processing activity subject to consent requirements, such consent shall be sought through the cookie consent mechanism implemented on the website.

Cookie Management

Users are afforded the right to manage, restrict, or prohibit the placement of cookies on their terminal devices through a variety of available mechanisms. The exercise of such rights may, in certain circumstances, affect the availability or functionality of specific features of the website.

Consent Management Platform

Upon the initial visit to dragonmaiden.games, a cookie consent notice is presented to the user through which explicit consent may be granted or declined in respect of each category of non-essential cookies. Users may withdraw or modify their consent at any time by accessing the cookie preference settings made available on the website. Such withdrawal of consent shall not affect the lawfulness of any processing carried out on the basis of consent prior to its withdrawal.

Browser-Level Cookie Controls

All contemporary web browsers provide built-in mechanisms through which users may manage cookie settings at the device level. The procedures for accessing and modifying cookie settings in commonly used browsers are described below. It is noted that the precise navigation pathways may vary depending on the version of the browser in use, and users are advised to consult the official support documentation of their respective browser for the most current instructions.

Google Chrome: Cookie settings may be accessed by selecting the menu icon (three vertical dots) located in the upper right corner of the browser window, followed by navigation to Settings, then Privacy and security, and subsequently Cookies and other site data. Users may configure preferences relating to cookie acceptance, blocking, and deletion from this interface.

Mozilla Firefox: Cookie management is accessible via the menu icon, followed by Settings, then Privacy & Security. Within the Enhanced Tracking Protection section and the Cookies and Site Data subsection, users may configure blocking preferences and remove stored cookies.

Microsoft Edge: Cookie settings are accessible through the Settings and more menu (three horizontal dots), followed by Settings, then Cookies and site permissions, and subsequently Cookies and site data. Options are provided for blocking, allowing, or clearing cookies on a global or per-site basis.

Safari (macOS): Cookie preferences may be managed by selecting Safari from the menu bar, followed by Preferences, and then navigating to the Privacy tab. Options are available for blocking all cookies or managing website data individually.

Safari (iOS/iPadOS): Cookie settings are accessible through the device's Settings application, followed by Safari, and then Privacy & Security. Users may enable the Block All Cookies option or manage website data from this section.

Opera: Cookie controls are accessible via the browser menu, followed by Settings, then Privacy & security, and subsequently Cookies and other site data, where preferences may be configured accordingly.

Opt-Out Mechanisms for Third-Party Analytics and Advertising

Users who wish to opt out of interest-based advertising delivered by third-party providers may utilize the opt-out tools made available by industry self-regulatory bodies, including the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA) at www.youronlinechoices.eu and the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) at www.networkadvertising.org/choices. Additionally, where Google Analytics services are employed, users may install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at tools.google.com/