Cookie Policy
This policy describes how DiabloDamageCalculator.com uses cookies and similar storage (localStorage) and how you can control them — especially if you visit from the EU/EEA/UK or other regions that require consent for non-essential cookies.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We also use browser localStorage for consent preferences. Together we call them “cookies” in this policy for simplicity.
2. How we use cookies
| Category | Purpose | Examples | Duration | Consent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Necessary | Remember cookie choices; keep basic site functions working | ddc_cookie_consent (localStorage) |
Up to 12 months (then re-prompt) | Always on |
| Analytics | Understand aggregated traffic and improve UX | Google Analytics cookies (only if we enable GA) | Per provider (often 1–24 months) | Optional — off until accepted |
| Advertising | Serve, measure, and (where allowed) personalize ads | Google AdSense / DoubleClick cookies (only if ads are live) | Per Google / partner policy | Optional — off until accepted where required |
3. First-party storage we control
- Name:
ddc_cookie_consent - Type: localStorage JSON
- Contents: consent version, timestamp, analytics yes/no, advertising yes/no
- Purpose: honor your choices and avoid re-asking every page view
4. Third-party cookies
If analytics or ads are enabled after you consent, third parties (for example Google) may set their own cookies. We do not control those cookies directly. Review:
5. How to control cookies
- Use our on-site banner: Accept all / Necessary only / Manage
- Re-open settings via the footer link “Cookie settings” or the button above
- Clear site data in your browser to wipe localStorage and cookies
- Use browser controls or extensions to block third-party cookies
Blocking necessary storage may cause the consent banner to reappear frequently; that is expected.
6. EU/EEA/UK visitors
Non-essential cookies (analytics/advertising) are intended to load only after consent. You can withdraw consent at any time via cookie settings. This does not affect the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.
7. Do we use cookies for calculator math?
No. Calculator inputs are not stored in advertising cookies. Standard tools compute in the browser without sending your numbers to us for “profile building.”
8. Updates
We may change this Cookie Policy when our stack changes (for example when AdSense goes live). The effective date will update.