Cookies Policy
Understanding how and why we use cookies on our website.
Last Updated: January 1, 2026
This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how slidearenaforge.skin uses them, and your choices regarding cookies. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, provide a better browsing experience, and give website owners useful information about how the site is used.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as security, navigation, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website would not function without them.
- cookieConsent — Stores your cookie preference choice. Duration: 1 year.
2.2 Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices to provide a more personalised experience.
- theme_preference — Remembers display preferences. Duration: 6 months.
- gallery_filter — Remembers your last gallery filter selection. Duration: Session.
2.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information anonymously. This data helps us improve our content and user experience.
- _ga, _gid — Google Analytics cookies used to distinguish unique users and sessions. Duration: Up to 2 years.
- _gat — Used to throttle request rate. Duration: 1 minute.
3. How to Manage Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies:
3.1 Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, a cookie banner will appear allowing you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Your choice will be remembered for future visits.
3.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete individual or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific or all websites
- Set preferences for first-party vs. third-party cookies
Please note that blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of this and other websites.
3.3 Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services. We use:
- Google Fonts: To deliver web fonts. Google may set cookies for performance purposes.
- Google Analytics: To analyse website traffic (if you have accepted analytics cookies).
We do not have control over third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective third-party privacy policies for more information.
5. Do Not Track
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. We currently do not respond to DNT signals, but we respect your cookie consent choices made through our cookie banner.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time. Changes will be reflected on this page with an updated date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
7. Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +356 2123 4567
Address: 12, Triq il-Mediterran, Valletta, VLT 1234, Malta