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Cookie Policy

Last updated: May 2026

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how TrueNorthArena.com ("we," "us," or "our") uses them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

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 function efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide useful information to website operators.

Cookies set by the website you are visiting are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by a domain other than the one you are visiting are called "third-party cookies."

Related technologies that function similarly include:

  • localStorage: A browser-based storage mechanism that persists data locally on your device without an expiry time. Unlike cookies, localStorage data is not automatically sent to servers with each request.
  • sessionStorage: Similar to localStorage but cleared when the browser tab is closed.
  • Web beacons / pixel tags: Tiny, invisible images that can track whether a page has been loaded. TrueNorthArena does not use these for tracking purposes.

TrueNorthArena primarily uses localStorage to store your game data and preferences. This means your data stays on your device and is not transmitted to our servers with each page load.

Types of Cookies We Use

We use only three categories of cookies and local storage technologies. We do not use advertising or cross-site tracking cookies of any kind.

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Essential

Required for the platform to function. Cannot be disabled without breaking core features.

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Performance

Help us understand how visitors use the platform so we can improve it. All data is anonymised.

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Preference

Remember your choices and settings to give you a more personalised experience.

Essential Cookies and Storage

These are strictly necessary to provide the core functionality of TrueNorthArena. They enable age verification, session continuity, and security. Because these are essential to the operation of the platform, they are set regardless of your cookie consent preference and cannot be opted out of without stopping use of the Service.

Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the platform by collecting anonymous, aggregated information. This includes which pages are visited most frequently, how users navigate between pages, and whether any errors occur. This information is used solely to improve the platform. No personally identifiable information is collected through performance cookies.

Preference Cookies and Storage

These technologies remember choices you make when using TrueNorthArena, such as your cookie consent decision, audio settings, display preferences, and game configuration options. They ensure you do not have to re-enter your preferences each time you visit. These are stored in your browser's localStorage and never transmitted to our servers.

Cookie & Storage Reference

The following table details the specific cookies and localStorage items used on TrueNorthArena:

Name Purpose Duration Type
tna_age_verified Records that the user has confirmed they are 18 years of age or older. Required to access the platform. Persistent (until browser data cleared) Essential
tna_cookies_accepted Stores your cookie consent preference ("all" or "essential") so the consent banner is not shown on every visit. Persistent (until browser data cleared) Essential
tna_session Maintains continuity of your current browsing session, allowing you to navigate between pages without losing context. Session (cleared when browser tab is closed) Essential
tna_game_progress Stores your game state, scores, level progression, and achievement data locally in your browser so your progress is preserved between visits. Persistent (until browser data cleared) Preference
tna_prefs Stores your platform preferences including audio on/off settings, UI theme choices, and display options. Persistent (until browser data cleared) Preference
_ga (Google Analytics) Used to distinguish users for analytics purposes. All IP addresses are anonymised and no cross-site tracking is enabled. Only set if you have accepted performance cookies. 2 years Performance
_ga_[ID] (Google Analytics) Used to persist session state. Part of the anonymised Google Analytics implementation. Only set if you have accepted performance cookies. 2 years Performance

Note: All game data (tna_game_progress, tna_prefs) is stored exclusively in your browser's localStorage and is never transmitted to TrueNorthArena servers. This data is entirely under your control.

How to Control Cookies

Via Our Cookie Banner

When you first visit TrueNorthArena, you will see a cookie consent banner at the bottom of the screen. You can choose "Accept All" to enable all cookie categories, or "Essential Only" to restrict cookies to only those that are strictly necessary. Your choice is stored in your browser and remembered for future visits.

To change your preference after your initial choice, please clear your browser's localStorage for TrueNorthArena.com, which will cause the consent banner to reappear on your next visit.

Via Your Browser Settings

All modern browsers allow you to manage cookies and local storage through your browser's settings. You can choose to block all cookies, delete existing cookies, or receive a notification before a cookie is stored. Please note that blocking all cookies or clearing localStorage will affect the functionality of TrueNorthArena, including the loss of your saved game progress and preferences.

Instructions for managing cookies in commonly used browsers:

Google Chrome

Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data. Chrome Help

Mozilla Firefox

Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data. Firefox Help

Apple Safari

Safari → Preferences → Privacy. On iOS: Settings → Safari → Privacy & Security. Safari Help

Microsoft Edge

Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data. Edge Help

Opt-Out of Analytics

If you have accepted performance cookies and wish to opt out of Google Analytics tracking specifically, you can use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. Alternatively, selecting "Essential Only" when prompted by our cookie banner will prevent performance cookies from being set.

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable all cookies and localStorage, please be aware that:

  • The age verification gate will reappear on every visit;
  • The cookie consent banner will reappear on every visit;
  • Your game progress will not be saved between sessions;
  • Your platform preferences will be reset on each visit;
  • Some platform features may not function as intended.

More Information

This Cookie Policy is part of our broader commitment to transparency about how we handle your data. For complete information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, please read our full Privacy Policy.

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at privacy@truenortharena.com.

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time as the platform evolves or in response to changes in applicable law. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the most recent changes were made. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.