Introduction
Welcome to MyLeadGames (“we,” “us,” or “our”). This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website myleadgames.com (the “Website”) to help deliver a better user experience.
By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not accept the use of cookies, please disable them following the instructions in this Cookie Policy or by changing your browser settings so that cookies from our Website cannot be placed on your device.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferences and actions. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the owners of the website.
How Cookies Work
When you visit our Website, we may send one or more cookies to your device. These cookies enable us to uniquely identify your browser and to gather information about how you interact with our Website. Cookies may record information about your visit, including which pages you have visited, which links you have clicked on, and other actions you have taken on our Website. This allows us to present you with a personalized experience and makes it easier for you to connect with and share content from our Website.
Types of Cookies
There are different types of cookies, which can be categorized based on their purpose and the length of time they remain on your device:
Based on Duration
- Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary and remain on your device only until you close your browser. They enable the Website to recognize you as you navigate between pages and provide a continuous, cohesive experience.
- Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them manually. They help the Website remember your preferences and actions for future visits, enabling a more personalized experience.
Based on Origin
- First-Party Cookies: These cookies are set by the Website you are visiting (in this case, myleadgames.com) and can only be read by that Website.
- Third-Party Cookies: These cookies are set by third parties, such as advertisers, analytics providers, or social media platforms, through our Website. They may track your browser across different websites and can be used to build a profile of your web browsing interests.
Based on Purpose
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. You cannot opt out of these cookies if you want to use our Website.
- Preference/Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow our Website to remember choices you have made in the past, such as your preferred language, region, or login information. They enhance your user experience by personalizing the Website based on your preferences.
- Analytics/Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how you use our Website, such as which pages you visit most often and if you encounter any error messages. They help us understand how visitors interact with our Website, allowing us to improve its functionality and content.
- Advertising/Marketing Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They also help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns and limit the number of times you see a particular advertisement.
- Social Media Cookies: These cookies enable you to share content from our Website on social media platforms or engage with social media features embedded in our Website.
The Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for our Website to function properly and securely. They enable you to navigate the Website and use its features, such as accessing secure areas. Without these cookies, certain parts of the Website may not work correctly.
| Cookie Name | Source | Purpose | Duration |
| [session_id] | [MyLeadGames] | Identifies your session on our server | Session |
| [auth_token] | [MyLeadGames] | Maintains your authentication state | 7 days |
| [csrf_token] | [MyLeadGames] | Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| [cookie_consent] | [MyLeadGames] | Records your cookie consent choices | 1 year |
Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow our Website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features.
| Cookie Name | Source | Purpose | Duration |
| [user_preferences] | [MyLeadGames] | Stores your site display preferences (e.g., theme, font size) | 1 year |
| [recent_games] | [MyLeadGames] | Remembers games you’ve recently viewed | 30 days |
| [language] | [MyLeadGames] | Stores your preferred language | 1 year |
| [saved_items] | [MyLeadGames] | Keeps track of content you’ve saved for later | 90 days |
Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting and reporting anonymous information. This helps us improve the way our Website works.
| Cookie Name | Source | Purpose | Duration |
| [_ga] | [Google Analytics] | Distinguishes unique users for analytics purposes | 2 years |
| [_gid] | [Google Analytics] | Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited | 24 hours |
| [_gat] | [Google Analytics] | Throttles request rate to limit data collection on high-traffic pages | 1 minute |
| [hotjar_id] | [Hotjar] | Helps analyze how users interact with specific page elements | 1 year |
| [page_views] | [MyLeadGames] | Counts the number of pages you’ve viewed in a session | Session |
Advertising and Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to make advertising messages more relevant to you and to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.
| Cookie Name | Source | Purpose | Duration |
| [ads_id] | [Google Ads] | Tracks conversions and targets ads based on your interest profile | 90 days |
| [retargeting_id] | [Facebook] | Enables retargeting advertisements on Facebook | 90 days |
| [campaign_id] | [MyLeadGames] | Tracks which marketing campaign brought you to our site | 30 days |
| [ad_preferences] | [MyLeadGames] | Stores your advertising preferences | 1 year |
Social Media Cookies
These cookies enable interaction with social networks and allow content sharing.
| Cookie Name | Source | Purpose | Duration |
| [fb_connect] | [Facebook] | Enables Facebook Connect functionality | 90 days |
| [twitter_share] | [Twitter] | Facilitates sharing content on Twitter | 30 days |
| [discord_presence] | [Discord] | Enables Discord integration features | 30 days |
| [youtube_player] | [YouTube] | Manages YouTube video player preferences | 240 days |
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies on our Website for the following purposes:
Essential Website Operations
- To authenticate users and prevent fraudulent use of user accounts
- To remember information that you have entered on forms during a session
- To provide access to secure areas of the Website
- To identify you as being logged into the Website
- To make sure you connect to the right service on our Website when we make changes to how it works
Website Functionality
- To remember your preferences and settings, such as language, region, or display options
- To remember if you have seen specific game recommendations
- To personalize your experience by showing you relevant content based on your interests
- To remember your progress in games, forums, or content you’ve interacted with
Performance and Analytics
- To understand how visitors use our Website
- To test different designs to improve user experience
- To count the number of visitors and track traffic sources
- To measure which pages are most popular and how users navigate through the site
- To identify issues and improve Website performance
- To gather feedback on our gaming content and services
Advertising and Marketing
- To deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests
- To limit the number of times you see a particular advertisement
- To measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns
- To understand which gaming promotions interest you most
- To help our advertising partners deliver targeted advertisements when you visit other websites
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be placed by third parties when you use our Website. These third parties may collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites. We do not control the use of these third-party cookies, and you should review the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties to understand how they use your information.
Common third-party cookies on our Website include:
Analytics Partners
- Google Analytics: Helps us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting anonymous information about usage patterns.
- Hotjar: Provides insights into user behavior through heatmaps and session recordings.
- Mixpanel: Tracks user interactions with specific features to help us improve gaming experiences.
Advertising Partners
- Google Ads: Delivers targeted advertisements based on your browsing behavior.
- Facebook Pixel: Measures the effectiveness of our advertisements on Facebook.
- Amazon Associates: Tracks affiliate link interactions for gaming product recommendations.
Your Cookie Choices
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:
Cookie Settings Tool
Our Website provides a cookie management tool that allows you to selectively enable or disable different categories of cookies. You can access this tool by clicking on the “Cookie Settings” button found in the footer of our Website.
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies. You may be able to manage other technologies in the same way that you manage cookies using your browser’s preferences.
Here are links to instructions on how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a “Do Not Track” feature that signals to websites that you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Given that there is not a uniform standard for how “Do Not Track” signals should be interpreted, we do not currently respond to “Do Not Track” signals.
Opt-Out of Specific Third-Party Cookies
To opt out of specific third-party cookies:
- Google Analytics: You can download and install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on here.
- Interest-Based Advertising: You can opt out of interest-based advertising through the Digital Advertising Alliance here, the Network Advertising Initiative here, or the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance here.
Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable or delete cookies, some features of our Website may not function correctly. For example:
- You may not be able to log in to your MyLeadGames account
- Your gaming preferences and saved content may not be remembered
- Game progress tracking features may not work
- You may need to re-enter information that would normally be remembered
- The Website may not be able to personalize your gaming experience based on your interests
Essential cookies are necessary for basic functionality, so disabling these may prevent you from using certain parts of the Website altogether.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the “Last Updated” date at the top.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.
Cookie Glossary
- Cookies: Small text files placed on your device to store information about your browsing session and preferences.
- Pixel Tags/Web Beacons: Small transparent image files used to track your movements on websites and understand usage patterns.
- Local Storage: A feature in browsers that allows websites to store data on your device with no expiration date.
- Session Storage: Similar to Local Storage but data is cleared when the session ends (browser closes).
- Fingerprinting: A technique of combining information about your browser and device settings to create a “fingerprint” that can identify your device.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
support@myleadgames.com
Last Updated: 04.07.2025