Cookie Policy

1. Introduction Welcome to Breach Noir. This Cookie Policy explains how Breach Noir ("Breach Noir", "we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you access or use our website, platform, and related services (collectively, the "Service"). This Cookie Policy should be read together with our: Privacy Policy Terms of Service By using Breach Noir, you acknowledge that cookies and similar technologies may be used as described in this policy. 2. What Are Cookies? Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. Cookies allow websites to: remember user preferences; maintain secure sessions; improve functionality; understand how users interact with services; provide a better experience. Cookies may be stored temporarily (session cookies) or remain on your device for a defined period (persistent cookies). 3. How Breach Noir Uses Cookies Breach Noir uses cookies and similar technologies only for legitimate purposes connected to operating, securing, and improving the Service. Cookies may be used for: essential website functionality; authentication; security; user preferences; performance monitoring; analytics; future optional services. We follow the principles of: transparency; data minimization; purpose limitation. 4. Categories of Cookies We May Use 4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies These cookies are required for the Service to function. They may include cookies used for: user authentication; account sessions; security protections; fraud prevention; maintaining user preferences necessary for operation. Because these cookies are essential, they generally do not require consent under applicable privacy laws. Without these cookies, certain features of Breach Noir may not function correctly. Examples: login session management; account security tokens; basic platform functionality. 4.2 Preference Cookies These cookies allow Breach Noir to remember choices you make. Examples include: language preferences; interface settings; gameplay preferences; display options. These cookies improve user experience but are not strictly necessary. Where required by law, these cookies will only be activated after obtaining user consent. 4.3 Analytics Cookies Breach Noir may use analytics technologies to understand how users interact with the Service. Analytics may help us understand: which features are used; which pages are visited; technical performance; errors and improvements. Analytics cookies will only be used where appropriate consent has been obtained, unless they qualify for a legal exemption under applicable law. Analytics data may be processed in an aggregated or anonymized form where possible. 4.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies Breach Noir may introduce optional marketing features in the future. These cookies may be used for: measuring advertising effectiveness; understanding campaigns; providing relevant communications. Marketing cookies will never be activated without appropriate consent where required by law. Breach Noir does not sell personal information collected through cookies. 4.5 Payment and Subscription Cookies If Breach Noir introduces premium subscriptions, third-party payment providers may use cookies or similar technologies to: process payments; prevent fraud; maintain secure transactions; manage subscription flows. These providers operate according to their own privacy policies. 5. Third-Party Cookies Breach Noir may use third-party services that place cookies on your device. Third parties may include: hosting providers; security providers; analytics providers; payment processors; other technology partners. We do not control third-party cookies directly and recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these providers. 6. Legal Basis for Cookie Processing (GDPR) Where GDPR applies, cookie processing is based on the following legal grounds: Strictly Necessary Cookies Legal basis: Legitimate interest; necessity to provide the requested service. These cookies are required for Breach Noir to function. Optional Cookies Including: analytics cookies; preference cookies; marketing cookies. Legal basis: user consent. You may withdraw consent at any time. 7. Cookie Consent Management When required, Breach Noir will display a cookie consent mechanism allowing users to: accept optional cookies; reject optional cookies; customize cookie preferences. Users can change their preferences at any time through the available cookie settings. 8. How to Manage Cookies You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to: view stored cookies; delete cookies; block cookies; receive warnings before cookies are stored. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of Breach Noir. For more information, consult your browser's documentation. 9. Data Retention Cookie retention periods depend on the type of cookie. Examples: Session cookies are deleted when your browsing session ends. Persistent cookies remain for a defined period or until manually removed. We retain cookie-related information only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy. 10. Security Breach Noir uses reasonable technical measures to protect information processed through cookies. However, no online system can guarantee absolute security. Users should maintain appropriate security practices, including protecting account credentials and devices. 11. Updates to This Cookie Policy We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time due to: new technologies; new features; premium services; legal requirements; changes in third-party providers. The latest version will always display the updated revision date. 12. Contact For questions regarding cookies or privacy: Breach Noir Privacy Team Email: privacy@breachnoir.com End of Cookie Policy