1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and provide personalized features. Cookies do not contain viruses and cannot access your personal files.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. Without them, core features would not work.

Session Cookies: Keep you logged in as you navigate between pages
Authentication Tokens: Verify your identity and secure your account
Security Cookies: Detect and prevent fraudulent activity
CSRF Protection: Prevent cross-site request forgery attacks

Duration: Session cookies (deleted when browser closes) or up to 30 days
Can be disabled? No—essential for site functionality

2.2 Preference Cookies (Functional)

These cookies remember your choices and preferences to provide a personalized experience.

Language Preference: Remember your selected language
Theme Settings: Save dark/light mode preferences
Game Settings: Remember maze size, shape, and difficulty preferences
Cookie Consent: Remember your cookie preference choices

Duration: Up to 1 year
Can be disabled? Yes, but your preferences won't be saved

2.3 Analytics Cookies (Performance)

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it.

Google Analytics

Pages visited and time spent on each page
Browser type, device type, and screen resolution
Geographic location (country/city level)
Traffic sources (how you found our site)
User flow and navigation patterns

Duration: Up to 2 years
Can be disabled? Yes
Privacy Info: Google Privacy Policy

2.4 Advertising Cookies (Targeting)

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure ad campaign effectiveness.

Google AdSense

Display advertisements on our site
Measure ad performance (views, clicks)
Personalize ads based on browsing history (if enabled)
Prevent showing the same ad too frequently

Duration: Up to 2 years
Can be disabled? Yes
Opt-out: Google Ads Settings
Privacy Info: How Google Uses Cookies in Advertising

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services we use:

Google OAuth (Sign In with Google)

If you sign in with Google, Google may set cookies for authentication purposes. See Google's Privacy Policy.

Cloudflare

Our hosting provider uses cookies for security and performance optimization. See Cloudflare's Privacy Policy.

4. How to Manage Cookies

4.1 Browser Settings

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

Block all cookies
Block third-party cookies only
Delete cookies after each session
Receive notifications before cookies are set

Browser-specific instructions:

4.2 Opt-Out of Advertising Cookies

Google Ads Settings - Opt out of personalized Google ads
NAI Opt-Out - Opt out of multiple ad networks at once
DAA Opt-Out - Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out tool

4.3 Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature. We respect DNT signals for analytics and advertising cookies, but essential and functional cookies remain necessary for site operation.

5. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, certain features may not work properly:

Essential Cookies Disabled: Cannot log in, site security compromised
Preference Cookies Disabled: Settings reset on every visit
Analytics Cookies Disabled: No impact on functionality (helps us improve the site)
Advertising Cookies Disabled: Ads still appear but may be less relevant

6. Local Storage and Similar Technologies

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

Save maze progress for offline play
Cache maze data for faster loading
Store game state between sessions

Local storage persists until you clear your browser data or delete your account. You can manage local storage through your browser's developer tools or privacy settings.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. Check the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Significant changes will be communicated through a site notice.

8. Contact Us

For questions about cookies or this policy, contact us:

Email: support@ai-mazegenerator.com
Contact Page: Contact Us

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