Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how SapphireBlueJoy ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our Platform. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, making your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.

Types of Cookies:

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
• First-Party Cookies: Cookies set by the website you're visiting
• Third-Party Cookies: Cookies set by a different domain than the one you're visiting

3. How We Use Cookies

3.1 Essential Cookies

We use the following essential cookies to make our Platform function properly:

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
ageVerified	Remembers that you've confirmed you're 18 or older	Persistent (365 days)
cookieConsent	Remembers your cookie consent preference	Persistent (365 days)

4. Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we use browser localStorage to save your game progress. This includes:

• Virtual coin balances for each game
• Game statistics (spins, hands played, etc.)
• Current bet amounts

Local storage data:

• Stays on your device
• Is not transmitted to our servers
• Can be cleared through your browser settings
• Does not expire automatically

5. What We Don't Use

To protect your privacy, we do NOT use:

• Advertising Cookies: We don't serve ads or use advertising cookies
• Analytics Cookies: We don't use Google Analytics or similar tracking services
• Social Media Cookies: We don't integrate social media tracking
• Third-Party Cookies: We don't allow third parties to set cookies on our Platform
• Tracking Cookies: We don't track you across other websites

6. Managing Cookies

6.1 Browser Controls

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

• View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
• Block third-party cookies
• Block all cookies from specific sites
• Block all cookies from being set
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

6.2 Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies on SapphireBlueJoy:

• You may be asked to verify your age each time you visit
• You may see the cookie consent banner repeatedly
• The Platform should otherwise continue to function normally

Note that disabling localStorage will prevent your game progress from being saved.

6.3 How to Clear Cookies

Chrome:

1. Click the three dots menu → Settings → Privacy and security → Clear browsing data
2. Select "Cookies and other site data" and "Cached images and files"
3. Click "Clear data"

Firefox:

1. Click the menu button → Settings → Privacy & Security
2. Under "Cookies and Site Data," click "Clear Data"
3. Select both checkboxes and click "Clear"

Safari:

1. Click Safari → Preferences → Privacy
2. Click "Manage Website Data"
3. Click "Remove All" or select specific sites

Edge:

1. Click the three dots menu → Settings → Privacy, search, and services
2. Under "Clear browsing data," click "Choose what to clear"
3. Select "Cookies and other site data" and click "Clear now"

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy when changes are made.

8. Questions

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please visit our Help Center or review our Privacy Policy.