# COOKIE POLICY

Last Updated: January 27, 2025

Thank you for visiting Predictions.GG (“we,” “us,” “our,” or the “Service”). This Cookie Policy explains how and why we use cookies and similar technologies (collectively, “cookies”) when you visit or use our website, mobile applications, and related services. By continuing to use our Service, you agree to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the use of cookies as described, you should modify your browser settings or discontinue use of the Service.

1. WHAT ARE COOKIES?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet, etc.) by websites or applications you visit. They allow these sites or apps to remember your actions and preferences (e.g., login, language, display settings) over a period of time, so you do not have to re-enter them whenever you return or browse from one page to another.

Cookies do not typically contain personally identifiable information but are used to identify your device. They generally process partial data that does not allow us to identify you fully.

2. WHY DO WE USE COOKIES?

We use cookies to:

1. Ensure Essential Functionality: Certain cookies are strictly necessary for the Service to function and cannot be disabled without affecting core functionalities, such as secure login.
2. Enhance User Experience & Preferences: Cookies enable us to remember your preferences (e.g., language, region, user sessions) so you do not need to re-enter this information each time you visit.
3. Analyze & Improve Performance: Cookies help us track usage patterns (e.g., pages visited, time spent) so we can refine our features, troubleshoot issues, and improve the Service’s usability.
4. Personalize & Measure Advertisements: We use cookies (and allow certain third parties to place cookies) to deliver relevant advertising, measure ad performance, and understand how users engage with ads.
5. Prevent Fraud & Ensure Security: Cookies may also help us detect malicious activities, protect user accounts, and maintain data integrity.

3. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE

We categorize cookies based on their function and persistence:

3.1 By Function

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies (Technical Cookies)

   • Description: Essential for our Service’s core functionality (e.g., security, network management, accessibility).
   • Status: Always active (cannot be disabled) because the website or app cannot function properly without them.
   • Examples: Cookies handling login sessions, form submissions, or load-balancing.

2. Functional Cookies

   • Description: Enable improved personalization (e.g., remembering your preferences such as language or region).
   • Optional: You may be able to disable these cookies, but doing so may affect certain user-tailored features.
   • Examples: Cookies that store your time zone, interface customization, or remembered form inputs.

3. Analytics/Statistics Cookies

   • Description: Help us understand user interactions by collecting usage data in an aggregated or anonymous manner.
   • Purpose: We use analytics (e.g., Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity) to monitor site performance, user behavior, and identify areas for improvement.
   • Examples: Cookies that track page visits, time on site, session replays, or heatmaps.

4. Marketing Cookies

   • Description: Used to track browsing habits across websites, enabling us (or third-party ad networks) to show ads relevant to your interests.
   • Optional: Disabling these may result in less relevant advertising.
   • Examples: Cookies for retargeting, personalized ads, or conversion tracking.

3.2 By Persistence

1. Session Cookies:
   • Stored temporarily for the duration of your session and deleted once you close the browser.
2. Persistent Cookies:
   • Remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted. They enable us to remember your preferences over multiple sessions.

4. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

In addition to our own cookies, we use third-party cookies to:

• Obtain Analytics Data: For instance, we use Google Analytics and Microsoft Clarity to analyze how users interact with our Service. These third-party services may collect your anonymized IP address, browser type, session duration, and usage patterns.
• Provide Marketing & Advertising: Certain ad networks or affiliates may place cookies to measure ad performance and display personalized advertising.

These third parties have their own cookie and privacy policies which govern their use of such data. We encourage you to review these policies:

• Google Analytics: Google Privacy & Terms
• Microsoft Clarity: Microsoft Privacy Statement

5. HOW TO MANAGE OR DELETE COOKIES

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their “preferences” or “settings” menus. You can typically:

• Accept or Reject Cookies: Choose which types of cookies to allow or block entirely.
• Delete Existing Cookies: Clear cookies that have already been placed in your browser’s cache.
• Browse in “Incognito” or “Private” Mode: This mode automatically deletes persistent cookies after you close the window.

Please note that if you block or delete cookies, some of our Service’s features or functionality may not operate correctly. For more guidance, visit AllAboutCookies.org for detailed instructions on cookie management.

5.2 Opt-Out Mechanisms

• Google Analytics Opt-Out: You can prevent Google Analytics from collecting your data by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
• Ad Settings: You can manage how Google serves ads to you at Ads Settings.
• Microsoft Clarity: You can manage tracking by Microsoft Clarity via Microsoft’s Privacy Statement.
• Do Not Track (DNT): We currently do not respond to “Do Not Track” signals. However, you can configure your browser to block some or all cookies as described above.

6. CONSEQUENCES OF DISABLING COOKIES

If you choose to disable or reject certain cookies, you may experience reduced functionality or be unable to access certain features. Examples include:

• Inability to log in or maintain your session.
• Loss of preferences or personalized settings.
• Reduced or less relevant advertising.
• Problems with site responsiveness or certain interactive elements.

7. COOKIE POLICY UPDATES

We may revise or update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Material changes will be posted on our website with an updated “Last Updated” date. We recommend reviewing this Cookie Policy periodically to remain informed about our cookie practices. Your continued use of our Service after any update indicates your acceptance of the revised Cookie Policy.

8. CONTACT US

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Cookie Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Privacy Page: https://predictions.gg/privacy

By using Predictions.GG, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy. We appreciate your trust and strive to give you control over how your data is collected and used.