Cookie Policy

1. What this policy covers

This Cookie Policy explains how Elselife uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website or use the Elselife game. It describes each category of cookie we use, why we use it, and how you can control it.

By continuing to use Elselife, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can change your preferences at any time through your browser settings.

2. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to recognize your device and store certain information about your preferences or past actions.

We also use similar technologies such as local storage, session storage, and device fingerprinting where legally permitted. These technologies serve the same purpose as cookies and are covered by this policy.

3. How we use cookies

We use cookies to keep you signed in, remember your preferences, understand how you interact with the app, and improve your experience. We do not use cookies to sell your personal data or to track you across unrelated third-party websites for advertising purposes.

4. Cookie categories

4.1 Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set only in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms.

• Purpose: Authentication, session management, security, and fraud prevention.
• Examples: Supabase auth session tokens; CSRF and security tokens.
• Retention: Session duration up to 30 days when “Remember me” is enabled.
• Opt-out: Not possible — these cookies are required for the service to work.

4.2 Functional cookies

These cookies enable the app to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use.

• Purpose: Remembering UI preferences, language settings, game settings, and accessibility choices.
• Examples: Theme or display-mode preferences stored in local storage.
• Retention: Persistent, until cleared by the user.
• Opt-out: You can disable these by clearing stored data in your browser, though some features may not work as intended.

4.3 Analytics cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with Elselife by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this data to improve performance, fix bugs, and prioritize features.

• Purpose: Measuring traffic, feature usage, error rates, and user journeys.
• Examples: Lovable-hosted analytics or privacy-first analytics providers.
• Retention: Typically 12 months or less.
• Opt-out: You can disable analytics cookies through your browser’s “Do Not Track” setting or by blocking third-party cookies.

4.4 Advertising and marketing cookies

Elselife does not currently use advertising or marketing cookies. If this changes in the future, we will update this policy and request your consent where required by law.

5. Third-party cookies

Some cookies are placed by trusted third parties that provide services on our behalf. These include:

• Authentication: Lovable Cloud / Supabase Auth for secure sign-in and session management.
• Hosting and analytics: Lovable Cloud platform services that may collect limited technical data for reliability and security.

We do not allow third parties to use cookies for cross-site tracking or behavioral advertising without your explicit consent.

6. Retention periods

Cookies are retained for no longer than necessary for the purposes described above. Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies expire according to the schedule listed in each category above, or sooner if you delete them manually.

7. How to manage or opt out of cookies

You have several ways to control cookies:

• Browser settings: Most browsers let you refuse or delete cookies. Visit your browser’s help page for instructions:Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge.
• Do Not Track: You can enable a “Do Not Track" signal in your browser. We respect this signal for analytics cookies where technically feasible.
• Account deletion: Deleting your Elselife account will remove associated server-side session data. Local storage data must be cleared manually in your browser.

Please note that blocking strictly necessary cookies will prevent you from signing in or using core features of the game.

8. Changes to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. The “Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. We encourage you to review it periodically.

9. Contact us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us at legal@elselife.xyz.