Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how shrink-per-step.wiki (the “Site”) uses cookies, local storage, and similar browser technologies. It should be read together with our <a href="/privacy-policy/">Privacy Policy</a>. By continuing to browse the Site, you consent to essential cookies. Optional analytics cookies, if enabled, are used only according to choices presented where required by law.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. Local storage and session storage are related browser mechanisms that persist data locally. These technologies help sites remember preferences, keep sessions secure, and understand aggregate usage.
Cookies may be first-party (set by the Site) or third-party (set by embedded services such as analytics or video players). Session cookies expire when you close the browser; persistent cookies remain until deleted or until their expiration date.
How we use cookies
Essential cookies and storage: Required for basic functions such as remembering language preference, cookie consent choices, and protecting against cross-site request forgery where implemented. The Site may not work correctly if you block these.
Analytics cookies (optional): If enabled, help us understand page popularity, referral sources, and device categories in aggregate. We use this to prioritize guide updates after game patches. Analytics data is not used to sell advertising profiles on this Site.
Embedded media: Video embeds may set their own cookies when you play content. Those providers’ policies apply.
Cookie categories
Strictly necessary: Security, load balancing, consent storage. Legal basis: legitimate interest in operating the Site.
Functional: Language selection, UI state. Legal basis: consent or legitimate interest depending on jurisdiction.
Analytics: Traffic measurement. Legal basis: consent where required (for example EEA/UK).
- consent_preferences — stores cookie banner choice — duration: 12 months — first-party
- locale — remembers selected language — duration: session or 12 months — first-party
- analytics_* — optional aggregated visit metrics — duration: per vendor — first or third party
Managing cookies
Browser controls: Most browsers let you refuse or delete cookies via settings. Consult help documentation for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, or your mobile browser. Blocking all cookies may degrade Site features.
Consent banner: Where shown, use available controls to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You may withdraw consent later by clearing cookies and revisiting the Site.
Do Not Track: The Site does not respond to DNT signals uniformly because industry standards vary; optional analytics honor consent choices instead where applicable.
Third-party cookies
Content delivery networks and hosting partners may set technical cookies necessary to deliver assets quickly and securely.
If we embed third-party analytics or video, those vendors may set identifiers subject to their privacy policies. We aim to minimize third-party tracking and configure privacy-friendly settings when available.
Updates
We may revise this Cookie Policy when technologies or legal requirements change. Check this page periodically. Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance unless otherwise required by law.
Questions about cookies may be directed through contact methods in the Site footer.