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Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how GAMER NEWS BASE uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It applies to all visitors to gamernewsbase.com.

Effective date: 6 October 2026

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences and improve your experience. Cookies may be session-based, meaning they are deleted when you close your browser, or persistent, meaning they remain on your device for a set period. They can store information like login status, display preferences, and analytics data.

Scope of This Policy

This policy applies to all cookies and similar technologies used on gamernewsbase.com, including those set by third-party services. It covers essential, analytics, preference, and marketing cookies. It does not cover cookies on external sites linked from our pages.

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to operate correctly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, secure access, and load balancing. Without these cookies, the site cannot provide the services you have requested.

Examples of essential cookies

  • Session cookies that keep you signed in while you browse.
  • Authentication cookies that verify your identity on secure pages.
  • Security tokens that help protect the site from malicious activity.

These cookies do not require consent under Australian privacy law, but we still disclose them for transparency.

Performance and Analytics

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the site by collecting information about pages visited, time spent, and referral sources. This data is aggregated and anonymised, and it is used to improve content and site performance.

  • We use privacy-focused analytics tools that respect user consent.
  • Data is used to improve content and site performance.
  • No personally identifiable information is stored in these cookies.

Functional Preferences

Preference cookies allow the website to remember choices you make, such as language, region, or display settings, to provide a more personalised experience. These cookies are not strictly necessary but enhance usability.

Examples include remembering your preferred edition, such as Australian news, your dark or light mode setting, or your preferred font size.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through our consent management platform or by adjusting your browser settings.

  1. Use the Cookie Settings link in the footer to change your preferences.
  2. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies via their settings.
  3. Disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

Third-Party Services

Some cookies may be set by third-party services that we use, such as analytics providers or embedded content platforms. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies.

We do not control these cookies. You should review the relevant third-party policies for more information. We only use reputable services that comply with applicable privacy laws.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our operations. The effective date at the top of this page will be updated accordingly.

Material changes will be highlighted on the website. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us using the details below.