Cookie Policy

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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: August 7, 2025

Effective Date: August 7, 2025

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🍪 1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Badger.Plus ("we," "us," "our," or the "Platform") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit or use our website and services. By using our Platform, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

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📋 2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and settings, which can make your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.

Types of Storage We Use

• Cookies: Small text files stored in your browser

• Local Storage: Browser-based storage for larger amounts of data

• Session Storage: Temporary storage that expires when you close your browser

• IndexedDB: Browser database for complex data structures

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🎯 3. How We Use Cookies

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Platform to function properly and cannot be disabled.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
auth-token	Maintains your login session	Session
csrf-token	Security protection against attacks	Session
session-id	Identifies your current session	24 hours

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
theme-preference	Remembers your display preferences	1 year
language	Stores your language preference	1 year
timezone	Stores your timezone settings	1 year

Analytics Cookies

We use these to understand how visitors interact with our Platform.

Cookie Name	Provider	Purpose	Duration
_ga	Google Analytics	Distinguishes unique users	2 years
_gid	Google Analytics	Distinguishes unique users	24 hours
_gat	Google Analytics	Throttles request rate	1 minute

Performance Cookies

These help us monitor and improve the Platform's performance.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
cdn-cache	CDN performance optimization	7 days
api-cache	API response caching	1 hour

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🔒 4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our Platform:

Authentication Services

• Twitter/X OAuth: Used for social login functionality

• Wallet Providers: Used for cryptocurrency wallet connections

Content Delivery

• Cloudflare: For security and performance optimization

• Image CDNs: For efficient media delivery

Analytics Services

• Google Analytics: For understanding user behavior

• Error Tracking: For monitoring platform stability

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⚙️ 5. Managing Cookies

Browser Controls

You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies

• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies

• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

• Edge: Settings → Privacy, Search, and Services → Cookies

Opt-Out Options

• Analytics: Visit Google Analytics Opt-out

• Advertising: Visit Your Online Choices

Do Not Track

We respect Do Not Track (DNT) browser signals. When DNT is enabled, we disable non-essential analytics cookies.

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📱 6. Mobile App Considerations

If you use our mobile app (when available), we may use:

• Device identifiers: For app functionality

• Mobile analytics: To improve app performance

• Push notification tokens: For optional notifications

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🔄 7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the new policy on this page

• Updating the "Last Updated" date

• Sending an email notification (for registered users)

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🌍 8. International Users

European Users (GDPR)

• You have the right to accept or decline non-essential cookies

• We process cookies based on legitimate interest or consent

• You can withdraw consent at any time

California Users (CCPA)

• You have the right to know what personal information we collect

• You can opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell data)

• No discrimination for exercising privacy rights

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📊 9. Cookie Inventory

First-Party Cookies

Category	Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration	Required
Authentication	auth-token	User authentication	Session	Yes
Security	csrf-token	CSRF protection	Session	Yes
Preferences	theme	UI preferences	1 year	No
Analytics	user-id	User analytics	1 year	No

Local Storage Items

Key	Purpose	Duration
wallet-addresses	Cached wallet data	Persistent
community-preferences	Community settings	Persistent
draft-posts	Unsaved post drafts	Persistent

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📞 10. Contact Information

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

• Email: [email protected]

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✅ 11. Consent and Agreement

By continuing to use Badger.Plus after being informed of our use of cookies, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should:

1. Adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies

2. Discontinue use of our Platform

3. Contact us for alternative access methods (where available)

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🔐 12. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the information collected via cookies, including:

• Encryption of sensitive cookie data

• Regular security audits

• Secure transmission protocols (HTTPS only)

• Limited access to cookie data

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Thank you for taking the time to understand how we use cookies. Your privacy and trust are important to us.