Cookie Policy
Last Updated: March 2025
When you visit onlogic-drift.com, we use small data files called cookies to make your experience smoother and more personalized. This policy explains what these tracking technologies are, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences. We believe in transparency—so here's everything you need to know about how we handle data on our platform.
What Are Cookies Exactly?
Simple Definition
Cookies are tiny text files that get stored on your device when you browse our site. They help us remember things about you—like your language preference or whether you're logged in. Think of them as digital sticky notes that help our website recognize you when you return.
Most modern websites use cookies. They're not programs and can't carry viruses. They just sit there quietly, storing bits of information that make your browsing experience better. Some cookies disappear when you close your browser (we call these "session cookies"), while others stick around for longer periods (known as "persistent cookies").
Types of Cookies We Use
Not all cookies do the same thing. Here's a breakdown of the different types you'll encounter on our site and what they're actually doing behind the scenes.
Essential Cookies
These are the cookies we absolutely need to keep the site functional. Without them, basic features wouldn't work. They handle things like keeping you logged in, remembering items in your learning cart, and maintaining security during your session. You can't really turn these off without breaking the site.
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences. They'll save things like your preferred language, interface settings, or which tutorials you've already viewed. They make the site feel more personalized without tracking your behavior across other websites.
Analytical Cookies
We use these to understand how people interact with our content. They tell us which pages are popular, how long visitors spend reading articles, and where people tend to drop off. This data helps us improve the site and create better content. The information is aggregated—we're not tracking you personally.
Marketing Cookies
These cookies help us show you relevant information about our game development tools and learning programs. They track which pages you visit on our site so we can tailor our communications. If you see an ad for onlogic-drift after visiting our site, that's these cookies at work.
How We Actually Use This Information
Look, we're not collecting data just for the sake of it. Every cookie serves a purpose that either makes the site work better or helps us understand what our visitors actually need.
Practical Examples
- When you watch a tutorial video, cookies remember your progress so you can pick up where you left off
- If you're logged into your account, cookies keep you authenticated as you move between pages
- We track which learning resources get the most attention, which helps us prioritize updates
- Cookies help us understand if visitors from Australia prefer different content formats than visitors from elsewhere
- They prevent you from seeing the same introductory popup every single time you visit
We review this data regularly to make decisions about our platform. For instance, if we notice everyone abandons a particular tutorial halfway through, we know we need to rework that content. That's the kind of insight cookies give us.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You're in control here. Every modern browser lets you manage cookies however you want. You can block them entirely, delete existing ones, or set rules about which sites can use them.
Chrome
Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data → Configure your preferences
Firefox
Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data → Manage your settings
Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Manage cookies and website data
Edge
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and data stored
Just be aware that blocking all cookies will affect how the site works. You might lose personalized features, have to log in repeatedly, or find that some tools don't function properly. It's a tradeoff between privacy and convenience.
Data Retention Periods
Different cookies have different lifespans depending on what they're doing. Here's roughly how long various types stick around:
Cookie Lifespan Overview
- Session cookies: Disappear the moment you close your browser
- Authentication cookies: Typically last 30 days unless you log out manually
- Preference cookies: Can persist for up to 12 months so your settings remain consistent
- Analytics cookies: Usually expire after 24 months of inactivity
- Marketing cookies: Generally last between 3-12 months depending on the campaign
You can clear cookies manually anytime through your browser settings. When you do that, you're essentially hitting reset—the site will treat you as a first-time visitor the next time you show up.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site come from third parties. For example, if we embed a video from another platform or use analytics tools, those services might set their own cookies. We choose our partners carefully, but we don't control their cookies—they have their own policies you should check out if you're concerned.
As of 2025, we're working to minimize third-party cookies where possible. The web is moving toward more privacy-focused alternatives, and we're actively exploring those options for our analytics and marketing needs.
Changes to This Policy
Technology changes. Regulations change. Our practices might change too. When they do, we'll update this policy and adjust the "Last Updated" date at the top. If we make significant changes that affect how we collect or use data, we'll let you know through a notice on the site or via email if you're registered with us.
It's worth checking back here occasionally—especially if you care about privacy. We try to keep things simple and transparent, but the legal and technical landscape around cookies keeps evolving.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If something here doesn't make sense or you want more details about how we handle your data, just reach out. We're happy to explain things in plain language.
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