Cookie Policy – BoardQuest

This Cookie Policy describes how BoardQuest uses cookies and related technologies when you access our website, online booking system, community forum, and digital tools (“Services”). By continuing to use our Services, you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit or interact with our Services. They allow us to recognize your device, remember your preferences, and ensure a seamless and secure user experience. Cookies may be session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, or persistent cookies, which remain stored until they expire or are manually deleted.

2. Why We Use Cookies

• Essential Functionality: Support secure login for club members, manage bookings for gaming tables, and store seat reservations.
• Customization: Save preferred game lists, favorite board categories, and language settings for a more personalized experience.
• Performance Optimization: Help us understand how members navigate the site and interact with features like event calendars or discussion forums.
• Analytics: Provide insight into game popularity, peak activity times, and community trends to improve offerings.
• Security: Prevent fraudulent activity, protect accounts, and maintain safe participation in club events.
• Marketing: Share relevant news about tournaments, game nights, and promotions based on your interests.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

a. Essential Cookies: Mandatory for basic services, such as logging in to your member account, booking a seat at a tournament, or accessing exclusive resources.

b. Performance Cookies: Monitor website speed, detect errors, and track performance, e.g., loading times for game lists or reservation system efficiency.

c. Functional Cookies: Remember your club preferences, such as recently browsed games, favorite categories, and group size for events.

d. Analytics Cookies: Provide data on page views, trending games, and online participation to help improve services.

e. Marketing Cookies: Deliver personalized updates about board game nights, seasonal competitions, and membership deals.

4. First-Party and Third-Party Cookies

• First-Party Cookies: Created by the Club Board Games platform to enable secure sign-ins, manage reservations, and store personal settings.
• Third-Party Cookies: Placed by trusted partners assisting with analytics, payments, or event management. Partners follow strict privacy obligations.

5. Duration of Cookies

• Session Cookies: Active only while browsing and disappear when the browser is closed.
• Persistent Cookies: Stored on your device for a set period to retain preferences, bookings, and game selections for future visits.

6. Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser or device settings:

• Accept all cookies for full access to Services.
• Block non-essential cookies to limit tracking.
• Delete stored cookies at any time.

Disabling essential cookies may prevent login, booking, or access to membership features.

7. Children and Cookies

Our Services are designed for users who meet the legal minimum age for membership. Younger participants joining events under parental supervision are limited to essential cookies only. Marketing cookies are never applied without verified parental consent.

8. Policy Updates

We may revise this Cookie Policy to reflect new technologies, club activities, or legal requirements. Updates are effective once published. Continued use of our Services indicates acceptance of the revised terms.

9. Contact

For questions about cookies or help managing your preferences, contact the Club’s support team through official communication channels.

Conclusion

Cookies enable the Club Board Games platform to provide a secure, efficient, and enjoyable experience. They help with smooth event booking, storing preferences, enhancing performance, and sharing relevant updates. By managing your cookie settings, you retain control over your privacy while enjoying all the Services.