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Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 2025

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how you use the site. SPORTSBLOCK uses cookies and similar technologies to provide, protect, and improve our Platform.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Platform to function and cannot be disabled.

CookiePurposeDuration
auth_sessionMaintains your login sessionSession
auth_ui_hintAuthentication display preferencesSession
themeStores your light/dark mode preference1 year

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.

CookiePurposeDuration
user_preferencesStores UI preferences and settings1 year
recent_communitiesTracks recently visited communities30 days

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Platform.

CookiePurposeDuration
_ga, _gidGoogle Analytics - tracks page views and user behavior2 years / 24 hours
_vercel_insightsVercel Analytics - performance monitoringSession

3. Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage for:

  • Authentication state: Hive wallet connection status and user session data
  • Draft posts: Automatically saved drafts of content you're writing
  • Bookmarks: Locally stored bookmarked posts for quick access
  • Cache data: Temporary storage of API responses for faster loading

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages:

  • Google: OAuth authentication services
  • Vercel: Hosting and performance analytics
  • Embedded content: Videos or social media embeds may set their own cookies

We do not control third-party cookies. Please review their respective privacy policies.

5. Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
  • Edge: Settings → Privacy → Cookies

Note: Disabling essential cookies will prevent you from logging in and using core Platform features.

6. Do Not Track

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. We currently do not respond to DNT signals, but you can manage tracking through cookie settings and browser extensions.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will post any changes on this page with an updated revision date.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us through our official community channels.