Cookie Policy

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, analyzing how you use our site, and personalizing content.

1.1 How Cookies Work

When you visit AniChat, our servers send cookies to your browser, which stores them on your device. These cookies are then sent back to our servers with each subsequent request, allowing us to recognize your device and provide personalized experiences.

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and user authentication. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

• • Session management and user authentication
• • Security features and fraud prevention
• • Load balancing and performance optimization

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

• • Language and region preferences
• • Theme and display settings
• • Character creation and chat history
• • User interface customization

2.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

• • Page views and navigation patterns
• • Feature usage and user engagement
• • Performance monitoring and error tracking
• • A/B testing and optimization

2.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant and engaging advertisements.

• • Targeted advertising and retargeting
• • Social media integration
• • Affiliate marketing tracking
• • Campaign performance measurement

3.1 Service Providers

We use third-party services that may set cookies on your device. These services help us provide better functionality and user experience.

• • Google Analytics for website analytics
• • Stripe for payment processing
• • Cloudflare for security and performance
• • Social media platforms for sharing features

3.2 Third-Party Privacy Policies

Third-party cookies are subject to the privacy policies of the respective providers. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies to understand how they use your data.

4.1 Browser Settings

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, though this may affect website functionality.

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

4.2 Cookie Consent

When you first visit AniChat, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose which types of cookies to accept or reject. You can change these preferences at any time through your account settings.

4.3 Opt-Out Options

For certain third-party cookies, you can opt out directly through the provider's website:

• • Google Analytics: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
• • Network Advertising Initiative: https://optout.networkadvertising.org/
• • Digital Advertising Alliance: https://optout.aboutads.info/

5.1 Session Cookies

Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session and provide essential functionality.

5.2 Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They are used to remember your preferences and provide personalized experiences.

• • Authentication tokens: Up to 30 days
• • User preferences: Up to 1 year
• • Analytics data: Up to 2 years
• • Marketing cookies: Up to 1 year

6.1 Information Collected

Cookies may collect the following types of information:

• • IP address and general location
• • Browser type and version
• • Operating system
• • Pages visited and time spent
• • User preferences and settings
• • Login status and session information

6.2 How We Use This Data

We use cookie data to:

• • Provide and improve our services
• • Personalize your experience
• • Analyze usage patterns and trends
• • Ensure security and prevent fraud
• • Provide customer support

7.1 Global Operations

AniChat operates globally, and cookie data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

8.1 Policy Changes

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 will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page.

8.2 Continued Use

Your continued use of AniChat after any changes to this policy constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

9.1 Questions About Cookies

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