Cookie Policy
Last updated: 17 January 2026
GATHERILLA COOKIE POLICY
Last Updated: 17 January 2026
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING UPDATES
We reserve the right to update, modify, or change this Cookie Policy at any time and at our sole discretion, without providing individual notice to users. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to this page. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this document indicates when this policy was most recently revised. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy. You are responsible for reviewing this policy periodically.
1. INTRODUCTION
This Cookie Policy explains how Gatherilla Limited (“Gatherilla”, “we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at gatherilla.com (the “Platform”) and use our services (the “Service”).
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
2. WHAT ARE COOKIES?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their site is being used.
Cookies can be:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
- First-party cookies: Cookies set by the website you are visiting
- Third-party cookies: Cookies set by a domain other than the website you are visiting
3. HOW WE USE COOKIES
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
3.1 Essential Functions
To enable core functionality of the Service, including user authentication, session management, and security features.
3.2 Performance and Analytics
To understand how visitors interact with our Platform, including which pages are visited most often and how users navigate through the site. This helps us improve the Service.
3.3 Functionality
To remember your preferences and settings, such as language preferences and display options.
3.4 Security
To help protect the Service and our users from security threats, fraud, and abuse.
4. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our Platform. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the Service would not function properly without them.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
session_token | Maintains your authenticated session | Session | First-party |
auth_token | JWT authentication token for secure access | 7 days | First-party |
csrf_token | Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks | Session | First-party |
device_id | Identifies your device for security purposes | 1 year | First-party |
4.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
user_preferences | Remembers your display and interface preferences | 1 year | First-party |
language | Stores your language preference | 1 year | First-party |
game_settings | Remembers your in-game preferences | 1 year | First-party |
4.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Platform by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga | Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique users | 2 years | Third-party |
_ga_* | Google Analytics - Maintains session state | 2 years | Third-party |
_gid | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | 24 hours | Third-party |
_gat | Google Analytics - Throttles request rate | 1 minute | Third-party |
Note: We currently use Google Analytics to analyse usage patterns. We have configured Google Analytics to anonymise IP addresses where possible.
4.4 Marketing Cookies
We do not currently use marketing or advertising cookies. If this changes in the future, we will update this policy and provide you with appropriate notice and consent mechanisms.
5. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES
Some cookies on our Platform are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these third-party cookies. The third parties that set cookies on our Platform include:
5.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our Platform. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of the Platform, which is then used to compile reports and help us improve the Service.
For more information about Google Analytics cookies, please visit: Google Analytics Cookie Usage
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
5.2 Stripe
When you make a payment, Stripe (our payment processor) may set cookies to process transactions securely and prevent fraud.
For more information about Stripe’s use of cookies, please visit: Stripe Privacy Policy
6. SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES
In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies:
6.1 Local Storage
We use browser local storage to store certain preferences and data locally on your device. Unlike cookies, local storage data is not automatically sent to our servers with each request.
6.2 Session Storage
We use session storage to temporarily store data during your browsing session. This data is automatically deleted when you close your browser.
6.3 WebSocket Connections
Our real-time multiplayer games use WebSocket connections to enable synchronous gameplay. These connections do not store data on your device but maintain a live connection between your browser and our servers during game sessions.
7. MANAGING COOKIES
7.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the “Options” or “Preferences” menu of your browser. The following links may be helpful:
- Chrome: Manage cookies in Chrome
- Firefox: Enable and disable cookies
- Safari: Manage cookies in Safari
- Edge: Delete cookies in Microsoft Edge
- Internet Explorer: Delete and manage cookies
7.2 Opting Out of Analytics
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you can:
- Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Use browser settings to block third-party cookies
- Use browser privacy modes (e.g., Incognito mode)
7.3 Do Not Track
Some browsers have a “Do Not Track” feature that signals to websites that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. We currently do not respond to “Do Not Track” signals, as there is no common industry standard for compliance.
8. IMPACT OF DISABLING COOKIES
If you choose to disable or block certain cookies, please be aware that:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: Disabling these cookies will prevent you from using the Service. You will not be able to log in or play games.
- Functional Cookies: Disabling these cookies may result in reduced functionality. Your preferences may not be remembered between visits.
- Analytics Cookies: Disabling these cookies will not affect your use of the Service, but it will prevent us from understanding how users interact with the Platform.
9. COOKIES AND CHILDREN
Our Service is intended for business use and is not directed at children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 18 through cookies or any other means.
10. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy.
We are not obligated to provide individual notice of changes. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. CONTACT US
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Gatherilla Limited
Address: 7 Fry Crescent, Burgess Hill, England, RH15 8TP
Email: support@gatherilla.com
Gatherilla Limited Registered in England and Wales Company Number: 16451394 Registered Office: 7 Fry Crescent, Burgess Hill, England, RH15 8TP