Cookies Policy

This Cookies Policy explains how ChipsChamps ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website or use our services. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy unless you have disabled them.

1. Understanding Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit websites. They serve various important functions that enhance your browsing experience. Session cookies are temporary and deleted when you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain on your device until they expire or you delete them. We also use other tracking technologies like web beacons, pixels, and local storage to collect information about your interactions with our platform.

2. Categories of Cookies We Use

We utilize several categories of cookies, each serving specific purposes:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for our website to function properly:

• session_id: Maintains your logged-in status during browsing sessions (deleted when browser closes)
• cookie_consent: Remembers your cookie preferences for one year
• security_token: Provides protection against cross-site request forgery attacks (session only)

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:

• _ga: Google Analytics cookie distinguishing unique users (2 years)
• _gid: Google Analytics cookie distinguishing users (24 hours)
• _gat: Google Analytics cookie used to throttle request rate (1 minute)

Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences:

• language: Stores your selected language preference (1 year)
• theme: Remembers your visual theme selection (1 year)
• volume_pref: Maintains your preferred game volume settings (6 months)

Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant marketing content:

• fr: Facebook Pixel cookie for ad measurement (3 months)
• NID: Google Ads cookie for interest-based advertising (6 months)

3. Third-Party Cookies and Services

We integrate with several third-party services that may set their own cookies:

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors engage with our site. The service collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors. The data helps us improve user experience and content relevance.

Facebook Pixel

The Facebook Pixel helps us measure the effectiveness of our advertising by understanding the actions people take on our website. This allows us to show relevant ads to interested users on Facebook and measure cross-device conversions.

Hotjar

Hotjar gives us insights into user behavior through heatmaps, session recordings, and surveys. This service helps us identify usability issues and optimize the customer journey through our platform.

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for controlling cookies on our platform:

Browser Controls

Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can typically:

• Delete existing cookies through your browser's privacy settings
• Block all or certain types of cookies in your browser preferences
• Set preferences for specific websites through browser extensions
• Receive notifications when cookies are set through browser configurations

Please consult your browser's help documentation for specific instructions. Note that blocking essential cookies may impact website functionality and your ability to use certain features.

Opt-Out Tools

For advertising cookies, you can use these industry opt-out platforms:

• Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): https://optout.aboutads.info/
• Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): https://optout.networkadvertising.org/
• European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA): https://www.youronlinechoices.com/

Our Cookie Consent Manager

You can adjust your cookie preferences at any time through our Cookie Settings panel, accessible via the footer of every page. This allows you to selectively enable or disable different cookie categories while maintaining essential functionality. Your preferences will be remembered for one year or until you clear your browser cookies.

5. Changes to This Cookies Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make material changes, we'll notify you by displaying a prominent notice on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. In some cases, we may send direct communications about significant changes.

We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies and tracking technologies. Your continued use of our website after any changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

6. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy or our use of tracking technologies, please contact our Data Protection Officer:

ChipsChamps
Vestre Ringvei 5, 1831 Askim, Norway
Email: info@chipschamps.net
Phone: +47 406 96 111

For cookie-specific inquiries, please include "Cookie Policy Question" in your subject line. We typically respond to inquiries within 5 business days.