Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 8/25/2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Code Arena uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. We want to ensure you understand what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and provide a better user experience by enabling features like user sessions and personalized content.

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled:

• Session Cookies: Maintain your session while using the compiler
• Authentication Cookies: Keep track of your login status (if applicable)
• Security Cookies: Protect against cross-site request forgery attacks

2. Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:

• Usage Analytics: Track page views, session duration, and user behavior
• Performance Metrics: Monitor website speed and functionality
• Error Tracking: Identify and fix technical issues

3. Advertising Cookies

We use advertising cookies to display relevant ads through Google AdSense:

• Google AdSense Cookies: Display targeted advertisements based on your interests
• Remarketing Cookies: Show ads to visitors who have previously visited our site
• Conversion Tracking: Measure the effectiveness of our advertisements

4. Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences:

• Theme Preferences: Remember your dark/light mode selection
• Language Settings: Store your preferred language
• Editor Preferences: Save your code editor settings

Third-Party Cookies

Our website may also use third-party cookies from the following services:

• Google AdSense: For displaying advertisements
  Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Vercel Analytics: For website performance monitoring
  Privacy Policy: https://vercel.com/legal/privacy-policy

GDPR Compliance and Consent

In accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device. When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences
• Learn more about our cookie usage

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Browser Settings

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Here's how to access cookie settings in popular browsers:

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

Opt-Out Options

You can opt out of specific types of tracking:

• Google Ad Personalization: Google Ads Settings
• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

Cookie Duration

Cookies have different lifespans depending on their purpose:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a specified period (typically 1-24 months)
• Third-party Cookies: Duration determined by the respective third-party services

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not work properly:

• Your session may not persist between page visits
• Preferences and settings may not be saved
• Some interactive features may be limited
• You may see less relevant advertisements

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at your-email@example.com.