Cookie Policy

Last updated: September 7, 2025

About This Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how RetroSave ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website or use our services. We believe in transparency about our data practices.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device when you visit them. They help websites remember information about your visit, making your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.

Types of Storage

  • Cookies: Small text files stored in your browser
  • Local Storage: Larger data storage in your browser
  • Session Storage: Temporary storage cleared when you close the tab
  • IndexedDB: Database storage for offline functionality

Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Always Active

Required for the website to function properly. Cannot be disabled.

auth_token
Keeps you logged in to your account
Duration: 30 days
session_id
Maintains your session state
Duration: Session
csrf_token
Protects against cross-site request forgery
Duration: Session

Functional Cookies

Optional

Enhance your experience by remembering your preferences.

theme_preference
Remembers your dark/light mode choice
Duration: 1 year
language
Stores your language preference
Duration: 1 year
last_emulator
Remembers your recently used emulator
Duration: 30 days

Analytics Cookies

Optional

Help us understand how visitors use our website.

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Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique users
Duration: 2 years
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Google Analytics - Maintains session state
Duration: 2 years
_gid
Google Analytics - Distinguishes users
Duration: 24 hours

Marketing Cookies

Optional

Track advertising campaign effectiveness and conversion rates.

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Google Ads - Conversion tracking
Duration: 90 days
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Google Ads - Links ad clicks to conversions
Duration: 90 days
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Google Ads - Campaign information
Duration: 90 days

Third-Party Cookies

Some of our pages may contain content from third-party services, which may set their own cookies:

Stripe

Payment processing and fraud prevention. Only active on checkout pages. Stripe Privacy Policy

Google Services

Analytics and advertising services for understanding usage and measuring ad effectiveness. Google Privacy Policy

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Cookie Settings

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:

Note: This button would typically open a cookie consent manager. Currently for demonstration.

Browser Settings

You can also control cookies through your browser settings:

Important Note

Disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our service, including login and account management.

Do Not Track

RetroSave respects Do Not Track (DNT) browser settings. When DNT is enabled, we:

  • Disable all analytics cookies
  • Disable all marketing cookies
  • Only use essential cookies required for service operation
  • Do not track your browsing behavior

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Displaying a notice on our website
  • Requesting renewed consent for non-essential cookies if required

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Email: privacy@retrosave.cloud

Data Protection Officer: dpo@retrosave.cloud

Learn More About Cookies

For more information about cookies and how they work, visit: