Last Updated: April 22, 2025
Our website, https://playhangman.org, uses cookies to enhance user experience and provide you with the best possible gaming experience. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. This document explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can control them.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small pieces of data stored on your device (computer or mobile device) when you browse a website. They are used by websites to remember your preferences, provide personalized content, and analyze user behavior. Cookies help make your online experience more efficient and tailored to your interests.
Cookies typically contain:
- A unique identifier assigned to your device
- Information about your preferences and site usage
- Technical information that helps the website function properly
- Timestamps to track how long cookies have been active
It's important to note that cookies cannot access other information stored on your device and are generally harmless. They serve to improve functionality rather than compromise security.
Types of cookies we use
We use several different types of cookies for various purposes on https://playhangman.org:
1. Essential cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
- Page navigation and accessing different game categories
- Maintaining your game progress during a session
- Managing user authentication when creating custom games
- Ensuring the website loads correctly and consistently
- Remembering your preferences for game difficulty and options
Essential cookies are critical for the basic functions of our website and cannot be disabled without significantly affecting your experience.
2. Performance and analytics cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information anonymously. The data helps us:
- Identify which game categories are most popular
- Understand how users navigate through the website
- Analyze which features are most frequently used
- Detect and address technical issues that may arise
- Measure the effectiveness of different game elements
- Develop new features based on user behavior patterns
This anonymous information allows us to continuously improve our website and provide a better gaming experience.
3. Third-party cookies
We may also use third-party cookies from trusted partners, such as:
- Google Analytics: Helps us understand user behavior and improve our website
- Advertising partners: May be used to show relevant advertisements based on your interests
- Social media platforms: Enable sharing functionality and integration with social networks
These cookies are subject to the respective privacy policies of the third-party providers. We carefully select our partners and ensure they maintain high standards of data protection.
How long do cookies stay on your device?
Cookies may remain on your device for different periods:
- Session cookies: These temporary cookies are deleted when you close your browser. They help track your activities during a single session.
- Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted. They help remember your preferences across multiple visits.
We regularly review our cookie expiration periods to ensure they are not stored longer than necessary.
Your cookie choices and how to manage them
You have several options to manage cookies on your device:
Browser settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies or specific types
- Delete existing cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
- Receive alerts when websites attempt to set cookies
Instructions for managing cookies in common browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
Impact of disabling cookies
While you have the right to disable cookies, please note that this may impact your experience on our website in the following ways:
- Game progress may not be saved between sessions
- Preferences such as difficulty settings may reset
- Some features may not function correctly
- The website performance may be degraded
- Custom game creation may be limited
We recommend allowing at least essential cookies to ensure optimal functionality.
Data privacy and cookie usage
We are committed to protecting your privacy and using cookies responsibly. All data collected through cookies is:
- Processed lawfully and transparently
- Collected for specified and legitimate purposes
- Limited to what is necessary
- Kept secure and protected from unauthorized access
- Not shared with unauthorized third parties
For more comprehensive information on how we handle your data, please refer to our full Privacy Policy.
Changes to this cookie policy
We reserve the right to modify this cookie policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated policy on our website. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are using cookies.
When we make significant changes, we may notify you through a banner on our website or through other appropriate means.
Contact us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding our Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We are committed to addressing your inquiries promptly and providing clear information about our cookie practices.
By using our website, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. Thank you for taking the time to understand how we use cookies to enhance your Play Hangman experience.