Cookie Policy
Last Updated: November 27, 2025
This policy explains how GlacierByte Computing uses cookies and similar technologies.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Important Note
Cookies do not contain any information that personally identifies you, but personal information that we store about you may be linked to the information stored in and obtained from cookies.
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
RequiredThese cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.
Examples:
- Authentication cookies
- Security cookies
- Session management
- Load balancing
Performance Cookies
OptionalThese cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often. This helps us improve our website performance.
Examples:
- Analytics tracking
- Error logging
- Performance monitoring
- A/B testing
Functional Cookies
OptionalThese cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features.
Examples:
- Language preferences
- User interface settings
- Region selection
- Accessibility options
How We Use Cookies
1. Authentication and Security
We use cookies to verify your identity when you log in to our services and to help protect your account from unauthorized access. These cookies are essential for the security of our platform.
2. Preference Storage
Cookies help us remember your preferences, such as your language selection, display settings, and other customization options, so you don't have to set them every time you visit.
3. Performance and Analytics
We use cookies to understand how you interact with our website, which pages you visit, and how long you stay. This helps us improve our services and user experience.
4. Security Monitoring
Cookies help us detect and prevent security threats, fraud, and abuse of our services by tracking suspicious activities and patterns.
Third-Party Cookies
In some cases, we use cookies provided by trusted third parties. The following section details which third-party cookies you might encounter through this site:
Analytics Services
We may use third-party analytics services to help us understand how our website is being used. These services may set cookies to collect information about your visit.
Security Services
We use third-party security services that may set cookies to help protect against malicious activities and ensure the security of our platform.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by clicking on the appropriate opt-out links provided in the cookie banner or by setting your browser preferences.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. However, please note that limiting cookies may impact your experience on our website.
Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions
Important Notice
If you block all cookies, including strictly necessary cookies, you may not be able to access all or parts of our website. Some features and services may not function properly without cookies.
Cookie Retention Period
Session Cookies
These cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They are used for essential functions like maintaining your login session.
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They remember your preferences and settings for future visits.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.