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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: May 9, 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies help us remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how you use our services.

2. Why We Use Cookies

BTTY uses cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Authentication: Keep you logged in to your account
  • Preferences: Remember your settings and choices
  • Security: Protect against fraud and unauthorized access
  • Performance: Analyze how our services are used
  • Functionality: Enable features like guest sessions

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are necessary for our services to function properly. They cannot be disabled.

Authentication Token

  • Name: auth_token
  • Purpose: Maintains your logged-in session
  • Duration: 7 days
  • Type: HTTP-only, Secure

Admin Session

  • Name: btty_admin_session
  • Purpose: Admin panel authentication
  • Duration: Session (until logout)
  • Type: LocalStorage

3.2 Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.

Guest Session

  • Name: btty_guest_id, btty_guest_username
  • Purpose: Remember your guest account across sessions
  • Duration: 30 days
  • Type: LocalStorage

Language Preference

  • Name: preferred_language
  • Purpose: Remember your language choice
  • Duration: 1 year
  • Type: LocalStorage

3.3 Analytics & Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our services.

We currently use minimal analytics. Any future analytics will be disclosed here.

3.4 Third-Party Cookies

We use some third-party services that may set cookies:

Google reCAPTCHA

4. Cookie Duration

Cookies can be either:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them.

5. How to Manage Cookies

You have the right to accept or reject cookies. Here's how:

5.1 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to:

  • View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Block all cookies
  • Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Popular browser cookie settings:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

5.2 Clear LocalStorage

To clear LocalStorage data:

  1. Open Developer Tools (F12 or Right-click → Inspect)
  2. Go to "Application" or "Storage" tab
  3. Select "Local Storage"
  4. Clear or delete items

5.3 Incognito/Private Mode

Using your browser's incognito or private mode will prevent cookies from being saved after you close the window.

⚠️ Important Note

Blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on BTTY. You may be logged out, lose preferences, or be unable to use certain features.

6. Other Storage Technologies

In addition to cookies, we use:

6.1 LocalStorage

Browser-based storage for:

  • Guest session persistence
  • User preferences
  • Game state (temporary)

6.2 IndexedDB

Not currently used, but may be implemented for:

  • Offline game data
  • Cached assets

7. Your Rights

Under data protection laws (GDPR, CCPA), you have rights regarding cookies and tracking:

  • Right to be informed: This Cookie Policy informs you about our cookie use
  • Right to withdraw consent: You can disable cookies at any time
  • Right to object: You can opt-out of non-essential cookies
  • Right to access: You can view what cookies are stored

8. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal/regulatory reasons.

The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

10. More Information

To learn more about cookies and online privacy, visit:

11. Quick Reference Table

Cookie NameTypePurposeDuration
auth_tokenEssentialAuthentication7 days
btty_guest_idFunctionalGuest session30 days
btty_admin_sessionEssentialAdmin authSession
preferred_languageFunctionalLanguage pref1 year

BY CONTINUING TO USE OUR SERVICES, YOU CONSENT TO OUR USE OF COOKIES AS DESCRIBED IN THIS POLICY.