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# Cookie Policy

> How FortisArena uses cookies and tracking technologies

<Note>
  **Effective Date:** February 1, 2026

  **Last Updated:** February 1, 2026
</Note>

## 1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide analytical insights.

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## 2. How We Use Cookies

FortisArena uses cookies for the following purposes:

### 2.1 Cookie Categories

| Type            | Purpose                                               | Duration          | Can Disable? |
| :-------------- | :---------------------------------------------------- | :---------------- | :----------- |
| **Essential**   | Core platform functionality, security, authentication | Session - 1 year  | ❌ No         |
| **Preferences** | Language, region, display settings                    | 6 months - 1 year | ✅ Yes        |
| **Analytics**   | Usage patterns, performance metrics                   | Up to 2 years     | ✅ Yes        |
| **Marketing**   | Relevant promotions, campaign tracking                | Up to 1 year      | ✅ Yes        |

### 2.2 Specific Uses

**Essential Cookies:**

* Maintain login sessions
* Secure authentication state
* Remember UID (User Identifier) for wallet functions
* Prevent fraud and abuse
* Load balance server requests

**Preference Cookies:**

* Language selection
* Theme/display preferences
* Notification settings
* Dashboard customization

**Analytics Cookies:**

* Page visit tracking
* Feature usage statistics
* Error monitoring
* Performance optimization

**Marketing Cookies:**

* Tournament promotion relevance
* Creator spotlight targeting
* Referral tracking
* Campaign effectiveness

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## 3. Third-Party Cookies

We use services from these providers:

| Provider             | Purpose          | Data Shared           |
| :------------------- | :--------------- | :-------------------- |
| **Google Analytics** | Traffic analysis | Anonymized usage data |
| **Mixpanel**         | User behavior    | Interaction patterns  |
| **Sentry**           | Error tracking   | Technical error data  |
| **Intercom**         | Support chat     | Conversation history  |

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## 4. Your Cookie Choices

### 4.1 Managing Preferences

You can control cookies through:

1. **Cookie Banner**: Set preferences on first visit
2. **Settings Page**: Update anytime at Settings → Privacy → Cookies
3. **Browser Settings**: Block cookies at browser level (may affect functionality)

### 4.2 Impact of Disabling

| If You Disable     | Effect                              |
| :----------------- | :---------------------------------- |
| Essential cookies  | Platform may not function correctly |
| Preference cookies | Settings reset on each visit        |
| Analytics cookies  | No impact on functionality          |
| Marketing cookies  | Less relevant recommendations       |

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## 5. Other Tracking Technologies

We also use:

* **Local Storage**: Store UI preferences, cache data
* **Session Storage**: Temporary data during browsing session
* **Web Beacons**: Email open tracking (marketing emails only)

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## 6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:

* New cookie technologies
* Additional service providers
* Regulatory requirements

Changes will be:

* Posted on this page
* Notified via platform announcements
* Effective immediately upon posting

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## 7. Contact Us

For cookie-related questions:

* **Email:** [privacy@fortisarena.io](mailto:privacy@fortisarena.io)
* **Support:** [support@fortisarena.io](mailto:support@fortisarena.io)

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<Note>
  By continuing to use FortisArena, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can change your preferences at any time.
</Note>
