Cookie Policy
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website places on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to the website owner. Cookies set by us are called "first-party cookies"; cookies set by parties other than us are called "third-party cookies."
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies including local storage to remember your preferences on our website.
2. Types of Cookies by Duration
- Session cookies — Temporary; expire when you close your browser. Used to maintain your browsing state.
- Persistent cookies — Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. Used for remembering preferences and enabling analytics.
3. Cookie Categories & Purposes
We organise our cookies into two categories. As a small independent studio, we keep our cookie use minimal and purposeful.
3.1 Strictly Necessary — No Consent Required
These cookies are essential for the website to function. They cannot be disabled without affecting core site functionality.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
g4al_cookie_consent |
games4aliving.com (1st party) | Records your cookie consent preferences | 12 months |
__cf_bm |
Cloudflare (3rd party) | Bot management and DDoS protection | 30 minutes |
3.2 Analytics & Performance — Consent Required
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve it. We only activate these cookies if you have given your consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics (3rd party) | Registers a unique ID to generate statistics about website usage | 2 years |
_ga_* |
Google Analytics (3rd party) | Persists session state for Google Analytics 4 | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics (3rd party) | Registers a unique ID for a 24-hour session | 24 hours |
We do not use any marketing or advertising cookies. We do not sell your data or share it for advertising purposes.
4. How We Obtain & Record Your Consent
Under the GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive as implemented in Spain, we are required to obtain your freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device. Specifically:
- Consent banner: Displayed at the bottom of the page on your first visit; only strictly necessary cookies are active until you consent;
- Your choice: You can accept all cookies or choose essential-only — both options are equally prominent;
- No pre-ticked boxes: Analytics cookies are opt-in only;
- Consent record: We store your choice in your browser's local storage for 12 months;
- Easy withdrawal: You can withdraw or change your consent at any time without detriment — see Section 5.
5. How to Manage & Withdraw Your Cookie Consent
5.1 Cookie Banner
You can review and update your cookie preferences at any time by clearing your browser's local storage for games4aliving.com, which will trigger a new consent prompt on your next visit. Alternatively, contact us at [email protected] for assistance.
5.2 Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Below are links to cookie management instructions for major browsers:
5.3 Google Analytics Opt-Out
To opt out of Google Analytics specifically, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. Legal Basis for Cookie Processing Under GDPR
| Cookie Category | Legal Basis (GDPR Art. 6) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f)) / Contract (Art. 6(1)(b)) | Essential for service operation; consent not required under ePrivacy |
| Analytics & Performance | Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)) | Requires opt-in; data used only to improve our website |
7. International Data Transfers
Google Analytics may transfer data outside the EEA to the United States. Google participates in the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework and provides Standard Contractual Clauses for cross-border data transfers. For details, see Google's Privacy Policy.
8. Cookies & Children
Our website is not directed at children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly use cookies to track children under 16. If you believe a child under 16 has interacted with our website without parental consent, please contact us at [email protected].
9. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy when we add new cookies or in response to regulatory guidance. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date and display a new consent banner to re-obtain consent where required.
10. Contact Us
For questions about our use of cookies or to exercise your rights under GDPR:
- Company: Games4ALiving
- Email: [email protected]
- Address: Carrer Roc Boronat 122, 08018 Barcelona, Spain
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Spanish data protection authority: Agencia Española de Protección de Datos (AEPD).