Cookies and storage, explained
Cookies are small text files that websites keep in your browser. Browser storage (localStorage and sessionStorage) is a similar technology that lets a site save information on your device. Gazetly mostly uses browser storage rather than cookies.
What we keep
| Key | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
gaz.profiles.v1 | localStorage | Reader profiles on this browser: name, byline, Scoop Coin balance, progress and rewards | Until site data is cleared |
gaz.activePlayer.v1 | localStorage | Which profile is signed in | Until you sign out or clear site data |
gaz.settings.v1 | localStorage | Preferences such as break reminders | Until site data is cleared |
gaz.cookieNotice.v1 | localStorage | Remembers that you've seen the cookie notice | Until site data is cleared |
gaz.session.v1 | sessionStorage | Start of this visit and minutes played | Until the tab is closed |
All of these are needed for the site to work. None are used for advertising or to track you on other websites.
Third parties
Fonts come from Google Fonts, which receives your IP address and browser details when they load. Our host may set strictly necessary technical cookies for security or performance. The embedded games are served from our own domain and share the site's browser storage so they can use your Scoop Coin balance.
Managing it
You can view and delete cookies and site data in your browser settings, usually under "Cookies and site data", "Site settings" or "Clear browsing data". Clearing data for gazetly.com signs you out and permanently removes your profile, balance and progress on that browser. Blocking storage entirely may stop sign-up and rewards from working.
Contact
Questions about cookies? Email [email protected].