Nicknaming values your privacy and transparency. This Cookie Policy provides a detailed guide on how cookies are used on Nicknaming, how third-party cookies function on our site, and how you can manage your cookie settings.
1. What is a cookie?
A “cookie” is a small data file stored on your device (computer, mobile phone, etc.) when you access Nicknaming. Cookies are commonly used for authentication and tracking purposes. Cookies have different expiration periods based on their function and your browser settings.
- Session Cookie: Expires when you close your web browser or mobile app.
- Persistent Cookie: Remains on your device even after closing your browser or app and expires based on a set duration or when deleted manually. Learn more on Wikipedia.
You can remove or disable cookies via your browser settings. Refer to Section 5 below for more details on managing cookie options.
2. How do we use cookies?
We use cookies and other locally stored data to enhance your experience on Nicknaming, understand user preferences and interactions, and improve our services.
Cookies and similar technologies help us to:
- Personalize your experience: Remember your language preferences and user settings to provide a customized interface.
- Deliver relevant content faster: Store your voting history locally for quick retrieval and optimize search results based on nickname searches.
- Understand usage patterns: Track how you use Nicknaming to improve our content and features.
- Cross-device efficiency: Ensure a seamless experience across different devices.
- Convenience: Maintain your session after login and remember your username for future logins.
3. What types of cookies does Nicknaming use?
The cookies and local storage technologies we use generally fall into these categories:
- Functionality: Essential features like logging in or voting.
- Preferences: Store your preferences for future visits.
- Performance and Analysis: Collect information on how you use Nicknaming to improve the site.
- Third-Party: Enable services provided by third parties, such as social media buttons and ads.
Cookies Installed by Nicknaming:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Owner |
|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Session Cookie | Own |
| votes_history_val | History of your votes | Own |
| european_cookies | Cookies agreement status | Own |
| Google Analytics cookies | Read more | |
| Google Adsense cookies | Displaying ads |
4. How do third parties use cookies on Nicknaming?
Third-party cookies support services like social media buttons and ads. These third parties may require cookies to provide their services. For more details, read “How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services” at policies.google.com.
5. What are my cookie options?
You can limit the use of cookies and other locally stored data on your device by:
- Removing or disabling specific locally stored data through your browser settings.
- Using a browser that blocks third-party cookies.
- Installing a plug-in to block locally stored data, if available.
- Leaving Nicknaming.
While cookies enhance your user experience, you can disable them, though some features might not function properly.
6. Where can I find more information?
For more information, please read our Terms of Use. If you have further questions, use our contact form.
Note: In case of any discrepancies between the original English version and a translation, the original English version will prevail.
Thank you!