Cookie Policy

1. Introduction & Scope

This Cookie Policy explains how BritAbyssVault ("we", "us", or "our") utilizes cookies and similar web storage technologies on our website britabyssvault.com (the "Portal").

In accordance with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), we are committed to providing you with clear and transparent information regarding the cookies we place on your terminal device, why we place them, and how you retain complete control over your preferences.

2. What Are Cookies and Web Storage?

Cookies are compact text files downloaded to your computer, tablet, or smartphone when you visit a website. They are sent back to the originating website on subsequent visits or to another site that recognizes that cookie.

In addition to HTTP cookies, modern web applications make use of Local Storage (HTML5 localStorage). Local storage functions similarly to cookies but allows data to be stored securely within your browser without being transmitted across network headers on every single HTTP request. We primarily use local storage to record your cookie consent choice without placing unnecessary network tracking tokens.

3. Categories of Cookies We Use

We classify the storage mechanisms deployed on BritAbyssVault into three transparent categories:

A. Strictly Necessary Storage (Always Active)

These storage elements are essential to enable fundamental technical operations, system security, and navigation on the Portal. Without them, core functions—such as recording whether you have accepted or customized our consent banner—cannot operate.

• bav_cookie_consent: Stores your active consent state (e.g., 'all', 'essential', or 'custom'). Lifespan: 12 months.
• bav_cookie_preferences: Stores specific granular toggle selections for analytics and functional categories. Lifespan: 12 months.
• Session Security Tokens: Temporary headers generated to mitigate cross-site request forgery and server load spikes. Lifespan: Session only.

B. Analytics & Performance Storage (Optional)

Analytical cookies allow us to collect aggregated, anonymized metrics on how visitors navigate through our directory. We use this telemetry to determine which game pages load quickest, identify technical rendering bottlenecks, and assess catalog usability.

• No personally identifiable data (such as names or physical addresses) is stored in performance cookies.
• IP addresses are strictly truncated prior to statistical compilation.
• These cookies are placed strictly after you give affirmative consent via our banner.

C. Functional Preferences (Optional)

Functional storage tokens remember your selected interface state to deliver a more responsive experience upon your return. This includes preserving your preferred game category filter (e.g., RPG or Strategy) so you do not need to reselect it when revisiting the directory.

4. What We Strictly Do NOT Use

BritAbyssVault is committed to ethical, zero-bloat web engineering:

• We do not use third-party advertising cookies or retargeting pixels (e.g., Google Ads remarketing beacons or Facebook Pixel).
• We do not sell, rent, or trade your browsing habits to data brokers.
• We do not deploy invasive device fingerprinting scripts.

5. Managing and Modifying Your Preferences

You have total control over whether non-essential cookies and storage tokens are active during your visit:

Managing Cookies via Browser Controls

Most web browsers permit you to inspect, restrict, or block cookies through their system preferences. Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may degrade certain website features:

• Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data.
• Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Enhanced Tracking Protection.
• Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data.
• Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies.

6. Policy Updates & Inquiries

We may periodically update this Cookie Policy to comply with statutory legal requirements or platform enhancements. Revisions will be published on this page with an updated timestamp.

If you have questions regarding our use of cookies or web storage technologies, please get in touch with our operations desk: