Cookie Policy

Last Updated: December 28, 2025

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences, keeping you logged in, and understanding how you use our service.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled.

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
session_idMaintains your login sessionSession
csrf_tokenSecurity protection against cross-site attacksSession
chatalystar_age_verifiedRemembers your age verification30 days
chatalystar_cookie_consentStores your cookie preferences1 year

2.2 Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website, allowing us to improve our services.

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
_gaGoogle Analytics - Distinguishes unique users2 years
_ga_*Google Analytics - Session state2 years

2.3 Marketing Cookies (Optional)

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
_fbpFacebook Pixel - Ad targeting3 months
_gcl_auGoogle Ads conversion tracking3 months

2.4 Personalization Cookies (Optional)

These cookies remember your preferences and settings to enhance your experience.

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
user_preferencesStores theme, language, and UI preferences1 year
recent_charactersRemembers recently viewed characters30 days

3. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:

  • Cookie Banner: Use our cookie consent banner that appears when you first visit to set your preferences
  • Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings
  • Opt-Out Links: For third-party cookies, you can use the opt-out links provided by those services

Note: Blocking certain cookies may impact the functionality of our website.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the use of these cookies. Third parties that may set cookies on our site include:

  • Google Analytics: For website analytics
  • Stripe: For payment processing
  • Social Media Platforms: For sharing and advertising features

Please review the privacy policies of these third parties for more information about their cookie practices.

5. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our website after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

6. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@chatalystar.com

Subject Line: Cookie Policy Inquiry