Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide a better user experience.

This Cookie Policy explains how GoatDraft ("we," "us," "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and mobile applications (collectively, the "Service").

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Service to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and accessibility. Without these cookies, certain features of the Service would not be available.

Examples:

• Session cookies that keep you logged in
• Security cookies that protect against fraud and abuse
• Load balancing cookies that distribute server traffic
• Geolocation cookies to verify your eligibility for paid contests

Legal Basis: These cookies are necessary for the performance of our contract with you and cannot be disabled.

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how you use the Service, such as which pages you visit and whether you experience errors. All information collected is aggregated and anonymous. We use this data to improve how the Service works.

Examples:

• Google Analytics cookies to measure website traffic and user behavior
• Performance monitoring cookies to identify technical issues
• A/B testing cookies to optimize features and content
• Heatmap and scroll tracking cookies to understand user interactions

Legal Basis: Your consent, which you can withdraw at any time.

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the Service to remember choices you make (such as your username, language preference, or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features.

Examples:

• Preference cookies that remember your settings and customization
• Dark mode selection cookies
• Recently viewed contests or players
• Language and timezone preferences

Legal Basis: Your consent or our legitimate interest in providing enhanced functionality.

2.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to your interests. They also limit the number of times you see an ad and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Examples:

• Facebook Pixel and other social media advertising pixels
• Google Ads and remarketing cookies
• Third-party advertising network cookies
• Conversion tracking cookies to measure ad performance

Legal Basis: Your consent, which you can withdraw at any time.

2.5 Social Media Cookies

These cookies enable you to share content from the Service on social media platforms and interact with embedded social media content.

Examples:

• Facebook, Twitter, Instagram social sharing buttons
• YouTube embedded video player cookies
• Social login authentication cookies

Legal Basis: Your consent or our legitimate interest in providing social features.

3. Other Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we use other tracking technologies:

3.1 Web Beacons (Pixels)

Small graphic images (also known as "pixel tags" or "clear GIFs") that allow us to track email opens, page views, and ad impressions.

3.2 Local Storage

HTML5 local storage and session storage that allow us to store data locally in your browser for improved performance and functionality.

3.3 Mobile Identifiers

On mobile devices, we may use device identifiers (such as Apple's IDFA or Google's Advertising ID) for similar purposes as cookies.

3.4 Software Development Kits (SDKs)

Third-party SDKs embedded in our mobile applications that collect usage data and provide analytics, crash reporting, and other functionality.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on the Service are set by third parties. We partner with trusted third-party service providers to deliver specific functionality and improve your experience.

Third-Party Services We Use:

• Google Analytics: Web analytics to understand user behavior
• Google Ads / Meta Ads: Advertising and remarketing campaigns
• Stripe / PayPal: Payment processing and fraud prevention
• Intercom / Zendesk: Customer support and live chat
• Mixpanel / Amplitude: Product analytics and user tracking
• Branch / Adjust: Mobile attribution and deep linking

These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they use cookies.

5. How to Manage Cookies

You have several options to manage cookies:

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit the Service, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can choose to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time using the Cookie Settings link in the footer.

5.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find cookie management options in the "Preferences" or "Options" menu of your browser.

Common browser cookie settings:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

5.3 Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of certain third-party cookies using these tools:

• Google Analytics Opt-Out: Browser Add-On
• Digital Advertising Alliance: Opt-Out Page
• Network Advertising Initiative: Consumer Opt-Out

5.4 Mobile Device Settings

On mobile devices, you can control advertising identifiers:

• iOS: Settings → Privacy → Tracking → Allow Apps to Request to Track (disable)
• Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization

Important: Blocking or deleting cookies may impact your ability to use certain features of the Service. Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled without severely affecting the functionality of the Service.

6. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals websites that you do not want to be tracked. There is currently no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals.

At this time, the Service does not respond to DNT signals. We will continue to monitor developments in this area and may update our practices in the future.

7. Cookie Data Retention

Cookies have different lifespans:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (typically 1-24 months) or until manually deleted

Data collected through cookies is retained in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data retention requirements.

8. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our business operations. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on the Service and updating the "Effective Date" at the top.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

9. Contact Us

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