1. What Cookies Are
Cookies are small text files stored on a device when a person visits a website.
They can help a website:
- remember user preferences;
- maintain an active session;
- support account access;
- recognise returning devices;
- improve performance;
- detect security concerns;
- understand how features are used.
Some cookies remain only for the duration of a browsing session. Others may remain on a device for a defined period or until removed.
2. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, CrownMistLounge may use:
- local storage;
- session storage;
- device identifiers;
- tracking pixels;
- embedded scripts;
- server logs;
- security tokens;
- preference records.
These technologies may perform functions similar to cookies, such as remembering settings, maintaining account sessions, or recording technical activity.
3. Why We Use Cookies
CrownMistLounge may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- operate core website features;
- maintain secure account sessions;
- remember language and display preferences;
- save accessibility settings;
- remember cookie choices;
- support virtual activity records;
- maintain interface preferences;
- improve loading speed;
- identify errors;
- protect the platform against misuse;
- understand how visitors navigate the website;
- improve entertainment and social features.
4. Categories of Cookies
4.1 Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are required for basic platform operation.
They may support:
- account authentication;
- session continuity;
- security controls;
- load distribution;
- fraud prevention;
- form submission;
- preference storage;
- cookie consent records.
Disabling essential cookies may prevent parts of CrownMistLounge from functioning correctly.
4.2 Preference Cookies
Preference cookies help remember choices made by visitors.
They may store:
- language selection;
- display settings;
- interface layout;
- accessibility preferences;
- notification choices;
- previously selected platform options.
These cookies make future visits more consistent and convenient.
4.3 Performance Cookies
Performance cookies help us understand how the website operates.
They may collect information about:
- page loading times;
- technical errors;
- feature response times;
- browser compatibility;
- navigation paths;
- session duration;
- general interaction patterns.
This information is used to improve reliability, usability, and technical performance.
4.4 Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with CrownMistLounge.
They may record:
- frequently visited pages;
- features used;
- approximate session length;
- entry and exit pages;
- general regional information;
- interaction patterns;
- device and browser categories.
Where possible, analytics information may be aggregated or anonymised.
4.5 Security Cookies
Security cookies help protect users and the platform.
They may be used to:
- detect unusual account activity;
- identify repeated failed login attempts;
- prevent automated misuse;
- protect forms;
- support access controls;
- reduce unauthorised activity;
- investigate technical incidents.
4.6 Community Feature Cookies
Certain cookies may support social and community functions, including:
- remembering profile preferences;
- maintaining reaction settings;
- supporting comment features;
- recording participation preferences;
- preserving temporary interaction states.
These cookies do not give virtual currency or virtual achievements any monetary or external value.
5. Session and Persistent Cookies
Session Cookies
Session cookies usually expire when the browser is closed. They may be used to maintain temporary navigation, authentication, or security information.
Persistent Cookies
Persistent cookies remain on a device for a defined period. They may be used to remember preferences, consent choices, and returning visitor settings.
The duration of a persistent cookie depends on its purpose.
6. First-Party and Third-Party Cookies
First-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by CrownMistLounge and are used to support website operation, security, preferences, and performance.
Third-Party Cookies
Some service providers may place cookies when supporting functions such as:
- analytics;
- technical monitoring;
- website hosting;
- security;
- embedded media;
- support tools.
Third-party cookies are governed by the relevant provider's policies. We aim to use service providers that apply appropriate privacy and security protections.
7. Cookie Consent
Where required by applicable law, CrownMistLounge may display a cookie consent notice.
The notice may allow visitors to:
- accept permitted cookie categories;
- reject optional cookies;
- customise cookie preferences;
- review this Cookie Policy.
Essential cookies may remain active because they are necessary for website operation, security, or requested functionality.
8. Managing Cookie Preferences
You may manage cookies through:
- the cookie preference tool available on CrownMistLounge;
- browser settings;
- device settings;
- privacy controls provided by certain service providers.
Most browsers allow users to:
- view stored cookies;
- delete cookies;
- block certain cookies;
- block all cookies;
- receive a notification before a cookie is stored;
- clear website data.
The exact controls vary by browser and device.
9. Effects of Disabling Cookies
Blocking or deleting cookies may affect website functionality.
Possible effects include:
- being signed out;
- loss of saved preferences;
- repeated cookie notices;
- reduced account security;
- unavailable platform features;
- loss of temporary interface settings;
- difficulty submitting forms;
- inconsistent page behaviour.
Virtual account information stored on platform servers is normally separate from browser cookies, but certain interface or session features may depend on cookies.
10. Local Storage and Session Storage
CrownMistLounge may use browser storage to remember information such as:
- interface preferences;
- consent settings;
- temporary activity status;
- session information;
- accessibility choices;
- feature configuration.
Local storage may remain after the browser is closed. Session storage usually expires when the relevant tab or browser session ends.
Users may clear browser storage through browser or device settings.
11. Virtual Currency and Cookies
Cookies may support the display or operation of virtual platform features. However, virtual currency balances are generally maintained through account or platform records rather than relying solely on cookies.
Virtual currency:
- has no monetary or external value;
- cannot be withdrawn;
- cannot be exchanged;
- cannot be transferred outside CrownMistLounge;
- exists only as a platform entertainment feature.
Deleting cookies does not create an entitlement to restoration, exchange, or compensation.
12. Analytics and Aggregated Information
We may use analytics technologies to produce statistical information about website activity.
Analytics information may help us understand:
- which features are useful;
- where technical improvements are needed;
- how visitors move between pages;
- which devices require compatibility improvements;
- how platform performance changes over time.
We do not use analytics cookies to assign monetary value to virtual balances or achievements.
13. Data Retention
Cookie retention periods depend on the type and purpose of the cookie.
Cookies may expire:
- when the browser closes;
- after a defined number of days or months;
- when a user changes preferences;
- when a user deletes browser data;
- when the relevant feature is discontinued.
We periodically review the cookies and similar technologies used by CrownMistLounge.
14. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy when:
- cookie practices change;
- new platform features are introduced;
- service providers change;
- legal requirements are updated;
- security controls are improved.
The revised policy will be published on CrownMistLounge with an updated effective date.
15. Contact Us
Questions about cookies, browser storage, or privacy preferences may be sent to:
Email: support@CrownMistLounge.com
Website: CrownMistLounge
Effective Date: 23 July 2026