1. How AusGulch Crucible Uses Cookies & LocalStorage
This Cookie Policy explains how AusGulch Crucible Digital Media Pty Ltd ("we", "us", or "our") utilizes lightweight browser cookies and HTML5 `localStorage` entries on ausgulchcrucible.com. Unlike heavy tracking portals, our directory relies on minimal client-side storage to remember your consent choices and evaluate aggregate layout responsiveness.
2. Classification of Storage Technologies
We classify our browser storage mechanisms into two transparent categories:
| Storage Key / Identifier | Category | Purpose & Function | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|
alu_cookie_consent_v1 |
Strictly Necessary | Stores your privacy banner choice (Accept All, Necessary Only, or Custom selection) in HTML5 LocalStorage so the banner does not reappear on every page load. | 365 Days |
alu_analytics_enabled |
Analytical (Optional) | Records whether you have permitted anonymized performance telemetry regarding genre filter usage and page load latency. | 180 Days |
3. Strictly Necessary Storage
Strictly necessary storage keys are required for the fundamental operation of the website, including remembering your privacy decisions and maintaining secure navigation between our directory and legal documentation. Because the portal cannot remember your privacy rejection without storing a consent flag, strictly necessary keys remain active at all times.
4. Optional Analytical & Performance Telemetry
When you select "Accept All" or enable Aggregated Telemetry inside our configuration modal, we collect non-identifying metrics regarding which game categories (such as RPG & Sandbox or Tactical Strategy) attract reader interest and how rapidly our layout renders across different desktop and mobile viewports. We do not use cross-site behavioral advertising cookies.
5. Managing or Revoking Your Consent
You can modify or revoke your cookie preferences on ausgulchcrucible.com at any moment without leaving the site. Click the button below to launch the interactive Consent & Storage Preferences dialog:
Alternatively, you may clear site data and cookies directly through your web browser settings (in Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, or Microsoft Edge) at any time.
6. Contact Our Editorial & Compliance Desk
If you have questions regarding our use of browser storage technologies, please contact our Melbourne office:
AusGulch Crucible Digital Media Pty Ltd
Level 14, 385 Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Telephone: +61 3 9018 4729
Email: editorial@ausgulchcrucible.com