Understanding Cookies and Tracking Technologies
At CoreGaming Hub, we are committed to being transparent about the technologies we use to deliver our gaming news, reviews, and community features. Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used in order to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site.
Beyond standard cookies, we may also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, and local storage. These technologies allow us to recognise your device and store information about your preferences or past actions. For example, they help us remember if you have already voted in a community poll or if you are logged into your user account.
Cookies can be classified as 'session cookies' or 'persistent cookies' depending on how long they remain on your device. Session cookies are temporary and are deleted from your device once you close your web browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a longer period or until you manually delete them, allowing us to recognise you on subsequent visits.
- Session cookies: Temporary files that expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: Files that stay on your device to remember you for future visits.
- First-party cookies: Set directly by CoreGaming Hub.
- Third-party cookies: Set by external partners or service providers.
- Web beacons and pixels: Tiny graphics used to map user journeys.
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are fundamental to the operation of CoreGaming Hub and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. Without these cookies, certain parts of our website would not function correctly.
We rely on strictly necessary cookies to maintain the security and integrity of our platform. They help us authenticate your identity when you access secure areas of the site, such as your user profile or saved game galleries. Additionally, they assist in distributing traffic across our servers to ensure the site loads quickly and reliably.
You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information and are used solely for technical execution. We consider these essential for delivering the content you have requested.
- Authenticating users and maintaining active sessions.
- Remembering security settings and privacy consents.
- Ensuring the website loads correctly on your specific device.
- Managing network traffic to prevent server overloads.
- Detecting and preventing malicious or fraudulent activity.
Third-Party Content and Embedded Features
Our articles and reviews often include embedded content from external providers to enrich your experience. This includes video players from platforms like YouTube or Twitch, social media feeds from X (formerly Twitter) or Facebook, and interactive maps or widgets. When you interact with this content, these third-party providers may set their own cookies on your device.
CoreGaming Hub does not control the dissemination of these third-party cookies. The data collected by these third parties is governed by their own privacy policies and cookie notices. We encourage you to review the policies of these external platforms to understand how they use your information.
These cookies are often used to track your interaction with their embedded content, such as counting video views or syncing with your social media account if you are logged in. While we carefully select our partners, we cannot manage the technical operation of cookies set by domains other than our own.
- Video hosting platforms (e.g., YouTube, Twitch, Vimeo).
- Social media sharing buttons and widgets.
- Interactive polling or commenting systems.
- External advertising networks.
- Embedded audio players or podcasts.
Managing Your Cookie Choices
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by adjusting the settings on your web browser. Most browsers allow you to refuse to accept cookies and to delete cookies that have already been stored on your device.
The method for changing your settings varies from browser to browser, but is usually found in the 'Options', 'Privacy', or 'Settings' menu. Please be aware that if you choose to block strictly necessary cookies, you may not be able to access certain features of CoreGaming Hub. For example, you may be unable to sign in to your account or post comments.
In addition to browser controls, many advertising networks offer you a way to opt out of targeted advertising. You can often find these tools on the websites of industry associations. We respect your choice to manage your digital footprint and provide this information to help you make informed decisions.
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies.
- Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security.
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy.
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions.
- Mobile devices: Settings > Safari or Chrome settings.
