Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy — Blood of Dawnwalker Guide
Last updated: 2026-09-05 (v1.2 R3 二次再审查) URL: https://bloodofdawnwalker.win/cookie-policy Version: v1.0 (2026-09-04 R4 baseline) → v1.1 (2026-09-04 R3 微调) → v1.2 (2026-09-05 R3 二次再审查；源文件无变更) R3 P0 Note: 本 Markdown 源文件已合规完整；前端 /cookie-policy/page.tsx 当前为短桩（1 段），必须由琢界 (R8) 修复为渲染本文件全文。详见 compliance/COMPLIANCE.md §四。
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and analyze how you use the site. We also use similar technologies, including:
- LocalStorage — browser storage that persists between visits
- Web beacons / pixels — small images that track page views
- Session storage — temporary storage cleared when you close your browser
This Policy explains how Blood of Dawnwalker Guide uses these technologies.
2. Cookies and Technologies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are necessary for the basic operation of our Site. Without them, parts of the Site may not function.
| Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cloudflare | CDN / DDoS protection / Bot detection | Session to short-term |
| bloodofdawnwalker.win | Tool state persistence (LocalStorage) | Until cleared by user |
You cannot opt out of essential cookies without breaking site functionality.
2.2 Advertising Cookies
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. AdSense uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Serve ads based on your prior visits to this site or other sites (personalized advertising)
- Measure ad performance (impressions, clicks, conversions)
- Prevent fraud and invalid click activity
- Frequency cap ads so you don't see the same ad repeatedly
| Provider | Cookies Used | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google AdSense | _ga, _gcl_*, IDE, NID, ANID, etc. | Personalized & non-personalized ads, measurement, fraud prevention | 30 days to 13 months |
Opt-out options:
- Visit Google Ads Settings to manage personalized advertising
- Install the DAA AppChoices tool for broader opt-out from interest-based advertising
- See Google's Privacy Policy for details
2.3 Local Storage (Our Tools)
Our interactive tools use browser LocalStorage to remember your inputs between visits:
| Tool | Data Stored | Purpose | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Build Calculator | Skill point allocations, dual-form selections | Save your build progress | Your browser only |
| Time Planner | 30-day plan progress | Save your planning state | Your browser only |
| Endings Tracker | Which endings you've seen | Save your progress | Your browser only |
| Trophy Checklist | Checked trophies | Save your progress | Your browser only |
Important: This data:
- ✅ Stays on your device only
- ✅ Is NOT transmitted to our servers
- ✅ Is NOT shared with third parties (Google, Steam, Cloudflare cannot see it)
- ✅ Can be cleared at any time via browser settings or our tool "Reset" buttons
2.4 No Analytics Cookies (Currently)
We do not currently use Google Analytics, Plausible, Matomo, or other dedicated analytics platforms. Site traffic insights come from Cloudflare CDN logs (aggregated, retention ~30 days) and Google Search Console (search query data).
If this changes, we will update this Cookie Policy.
3. Cookies We Do NOT Use
For transparency, we do NOT use:
- ❌ Facebook Pixel or Facebook tracking
- ❌ Twitter / X tracking pixel
- ❌ TikTok / Instagram tracking
- ❌ LinkedIn Insight Tag
- ❌ Microsoft Clarity or other session recording (currently)
- ❌ Hotjar or other heatmapping
- ❌ Third-party retargeting pixels (beyond AdSense's built-in)
- ❌ Cross-site tracking for our own purposes
4. Managing Cookies in Your Browser
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings:
You can also use private / incognito browsing to prevent cookies from being stored.
Note: Disabling essential cookies may break site functionality (CDN, security, LocalStorage-based tools).
5. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
We currently do not respond to "Do Not Track" (DNT) browser signals because:
- There is no industry consensus on DNT interpretation
- Opt out of AdSense personalized ads via Google Ads Settings for equivalent effect
6. Cookie Consent (EU / UK Users)
If you are visiting from the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom (UK), Google AdSense may require consent for non-essential cookies under GDPR / ePrivacy Directive.
Currently, we rely on Google's own consent management for AdSense (Google's CMP / Funding Choices). If you wish to opt out of personalized ads:
- Visit Google Ads Settings
- Or use Your Online Choices (EU) for EU users
- Or use the DAA AppChoices for US users
If EU / UK traffic becomes significant, we will implement a first-party Cookie Banner with explicit consent.
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect:
- New cookies or tracking technologies
- Changes in third-party services
- Regulatory updates (GDPR, CCPA, ePrivacy)
Material changes will be posted with an updated "Last updated" date.
8. Contact
Questions about our Cookie Policy:
- Email: support@bloodofdawnwalker.win
- See also our Privacy Policy for full data handling details
*Template: student-site-compliance-pipeline | Project: Blood of Dawnwalker Guide*
Last updated: September 4, 2026.