Last Updated: April 2, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, making your next visit easier and more useful.
2. How We Use Cookies
DriftwoodKea.com uses cookies and similar storage technologies (like local storage) to provide and improve our service. We use minimal cookies and only for essential functionality.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Platform to function properly and cannot be disabled.
- Age Verification: Remembers that you've confirmed you're 18 or older
- Cookie Consent: Remembers your cookie preference choices
- Session Management: Maintains your browsing session
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.
- Game Progress: Saves your game state and statistics
- Virtual Currency: Stores your shell balance
- Preferences: Remembers your settings and choices
3.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use the Platform.
- Usage Analytics: Tracks page visits and user interactions (anonymized)
- Performance Metrics: Monitors load times and technical performance
- Error Tracking: Helps identify and fix bugs
4. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to save:
- Game progress and achievements
- Virtual currency balance
- Game statistics and history
- User preferences
Local storage data remains on your device and is never transmitted to our servers.
5. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies, including:
- Analytics Providers: To understand Platform usage (anonymized data only)
- Hosting Services: For Platform infrastructure
- Security Services: To protect against abuse
These third parties have their own privacy policies governing their use of information.
6. Cookie Duration
6.1 Session Cookies
Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
6.2 Persistent Cookies
Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted. We use persistent cookies for:
- Age verification (1 year)
- Cookie consent (1 year)
- Game progress (indefinite, until cleared)
7. Managing Cookies
7.1 Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored
- Delete some or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies
- Delete cookies when closing the browser
7.2 Browser-Specific Instructions
Google Chrome:
- Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox:
- Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari:
- Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
Microsoft Edge:
- Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
7.3 Impact of Blocking Cookies
If you block or delete cookies:
- You may need to re-verify your age each visit
- Game progress may not save
- Virtual currency balance may reset
- Some features may not work properly
- You may see the cookie banner repeatedly
8. Do Not Track
We respect Do Not Track (DNT) signals. When DNT is enabled in your browser, we:
- Limit analytics tracking
- Use only essential cookies
- Minimize data collection
9. Mobile Devices
Mobile browsers also use cookies and similar technologies. You can manage these through your device settings:
- iOS: Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security
- Android: Browser Settings > Site Settings > Cookies
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology or regulations. We will notify you by updating the "Last Updated" date and, for material changes, by posting a notice on the Platform.
11. More Information
For more information about our privacy practices, please read our Privacy Policy.
For general questions about cookies, visit:
12. Contact Us
Questions about our use of cookies? Visit our Contact page.
13. Summary
In summary, we use cookies to:
- Make the Platform function properly
- Remember your preferences and progress
- Understand how the Platform is used
- Improve user experience
We use minimal cookies, respect your privacy, and give you control over your data.