Cookies Policy
Effective Date: November 12, 2025
Last Updated: November 12, 2025
This Cookies Policy explains how BloxGame.eu ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. By continuing to browse BloxGame.eu, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, improve performance, and provide a better user experience.
Cookies can be:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted
- First-Party Cookies: Set by BloxGame.eu directly
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use (e.g., Google Analytics, Google AdSense)
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- ✅ Ensure website functionality (e.g., remember your cookie consent preferences)
- ✅ Analyze visitor behavior to improve content and user experience
- ✅ Display non-personalized advertisements to support website maintenance
- ✅ Comply with legal requirements (e.g., GDPR, COPPA)
We do NOT:
- ❌ Use cookies to collect personal information from children under 13
- ❌ Track users for personalized advertising
- ❌ Sell or share cookie data with third parties (except trusted analytics/ad providers)
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled without affecting core functionality.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookieConsent | Stores your cookie consent preferences (accepts/rejects cookies) | 1 year |
| sessionID | Maintains your browsing session (no personal data stored) | Session (deleted when browser closes) |
3.2 Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with BloxGame.eu. This helps us improve content, navigation, and overall user experience.
Data Collected (Anonymized):
- Page views and session duration
- Traffic sources (e.g., search engines, social media)
- Device type and browser information
- Approximate geographic location (country/city level, no precise tracking)
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique visitors (anonymized user ID) | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes unique visitors (short-term tracking) | 24 hours |
| _gat | Throttles request rate to prevent server overload | 1 minute |
IP Anonymization: We have enabled IP anonymization in Google Analytics, meaning your full IP address is never stored.
Learn more: Google Analytics Cookies
3.3 Advertising Cookies (Google AdSense)
We display advertisements via Google AdSense to support website maintenance and hosting costs. All ads are:
- ✅ Non-personalized (not based on your browsing history)
- ✅ Family-safe (compliant with Google's Family-Safe Ads policy)
- ✅ Age-appropriate for general audiences
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _gcl_au | Used by Google AdSense for ad delivery and performance | 3 months |
| NID | Stores preferences and information for non-personalized ads | 6 months |
Learn more: Google Advertising Cookies
4. Your Cookie Choices
4.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit BloxGame.eu, a cookie consent banner appears. You can:
- "Accept All" — Allow all cookies (necessary, analytics, advertising)
- "Reject Non-Essential" — Only use strictly necessary cookies (disables analytics and ads)
Your choice is saved for 1 year. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies or using the controls below.
4.2 Managing Cookies in Your Browser
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality (e.g., language preferences, consent settings).
How to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Chrome Cookie Settings
- Mozilla Firefox: Firefox Cookie Settings
- Safari: Safari Cookie Settings
- Microsoft Edge: Edge Cookie Settings
4.3 Opt-Out of Google Analytics
You can prevent Google Analytics from tracking your activity by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On:
Download Google Analytics Opt-Out Add-On
4.4 Opt-Out of Google AdSense
You can manage your ad personalization settings (for Google ads across the web) here:
Note: Even if you opt out of personalized ads, you may still see non-personalized ads on BloxGame.eu.
5. Cookies and Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
BloxGame.eu is committed to protecting children's privacy. We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) by:
- ✅ Not collecting personal information from children under 13 via cookies
- ✅ Using only non-personalized ads (no behavioral tracking for children)
- ✅ Anonymizing all analytics data (Google Analytics IP anonymization enabled)
- ✅ Providing parental control options (parents can disable cookies via browser settings)
For more information, see our Privacy Policy.
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on BloxGame.eu are set by third-party services we trust:
- Google Analytics: Website traffic analysis (Privacy Policy)
- Google AdSense: Non-personalized advertising (Privacy Policy)
We do not control third-party cookies. Please review their privacy policies for more details.
7. Updates to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
- Notify users via a banner on the website (for major changes)
We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or want to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@bloxgame.eu
Website: https://bloxgame.eu
For general inquiries, visit our Contact Page.
Quick Summary:
- 🍪 We use cookies for website functionality, analytics, and non-personalized ads
- 🔒 No personal data is collected from children under 13 (COPPA compliant)
- 📊 Google Analytics helps us improve the website (anonymized data only)
- 💰 Google AdSense shows family-safe, non-personalized ads
- ⚙️ You can manage cookies via your browser settings or opt-out tools