Cookie Policy

Last updated: 1 January 2024  |  Effective for: mechalevel.info

This Cookie Policy explains how MechaLevel ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website mechalevel.info. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to provide a better user experience, and to give website owners information about how their site is being used.

Cookies can be "session cookies" (which expire when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them).

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies (such as localStorage and sessionStorage) on mechalevel.info for the following purposes:

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled.

  • ml_age_verified (sessionStorage): Stores your age verification confirmation for the current browser session. This ensures you are not repeatedly shown the age gate during a single visit. Expires when you close your browser.
  • ml_cookie_consent (localStorage): Records your cookie consent preference (accepted or declined). Stored locally on your device.

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers.

  • Game state data (e.g., virtual token counts) stored in sessionStorage for the duration of your visit. This data is never transmitted to our servers.

3.3 Analytics Cookies

We may use analytics services to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect information in an anonymised form, including the number of visitors, the pages they visit, and how they arrived at the site.

3.4 Marketing Cookies

We do not currently use marketing or advertising cookies on mechalevel.info.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website may be set by third-party services. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy policies of the relevant third parties:

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:

5.1 Our Cookie Banner

When you first visit mechalevel.info, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Your preference will be saved in your browser's localStorage.

5.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

  • View the cookies stored on your device
  • Delete all or specific cookies
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Block all cookies (note: this may affect website functionality)

For instructions on managing cookies in your browser, visit:

5.3 Opt-Out Tools

6. Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Our website currently does not respond to DNT signals, but you can manage your preferences using the methods described above.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. We will post any changes on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

For more information about your privacy rights, please see our Privacy Policy.