CrackedAces.com – GDPR Cookie Policy

Last Updated: February 15, 2019 | Version 1.1

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how CrackedAces.com uses cookies and similar technologies under the GDPR.

2. Contents

  1. What Are Cookies?
  2. Why We Use Cookies
  3. Lawful Bases
  4. Consent Banner
  5. Cookie Categories
  6. Retention Periods
  7. How to Disable Cookies
  8. DPO & Contact
  9. Supervisory Authority
  10. Updates

3. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files stored on your device to enhance site functionality and experience.

4. Why We Use Cookies

  • Ensure Site functionality (essential cookies)
  • Analyze usage to improve services (analytics cookies)
  • Offer personalized content (preferences cookies)
  • Support security and fraud prevention (security cookies)

5. Lawful Bases

PurposeCategoryLawful Basis
Essential site operationEssential CookiesContract Performance
Analytics & improvementsAnalytics CookiesLegitimate Interests
User preferencesPreferences CookiesConsent
Security & fraudSecurity CookiesLegal Obligation

We may display a banner on first visit requesting consent for non-essential cookies. You may accept or decline categories and change your choices anytime.

7. Cookie Categories

  • Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality.
  • Analytics Cookies: Collect usage data (e.g., Matomo).
  • Preferences Cookies: Save user settings.
  • Security Cookies: Prevent fraudulent activities.

8. Retention Periods

  • Essential Cookies: session duration
  • Analytics Cookies: 12 months
  • Preferences Cookies: 12 months
  • Security Cookies: 3 months

9. How to Disable Cookies

You can disable cookies via your browser settings or the cookie settings panel on our Site. Refer to allaboutcookies.org for guidance.

11. Supervisory Authority

You may lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority, e.g., the Irish DPC at https://www.dataprotection.ie.

12. Updates

We may update this policy; changes take effect on posting. Check the date above for the current version.