Cookie Policy
Last updated: June 22, 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, provide analytics, and remember your preferences. Similar technologies include local storage, session storage, and pixel tags.
This Cookie Policy explains which cookies GAM Sentinel (operated by H&T GAMING LTD) uses, why we use them, and how you can control them.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Platform to function. Without them, you cannot log in, navigate the dashboard, or use core features. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
access_token | JWT authentication token for API requests | Session (expires on logout or after 24 hours) |
refresh_token | Token rotation for seamless re-authentication | 7 days |
csrf_token | Cross-site request forgery protection | Session |
session_id | Server-side session identifier | Session |
2.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and settings to provide a better user experience. Disabling them may affect feature usability.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
user_preferences | Dashboard layout, timezone, and display settings | 1 year |
notification_state | Remembers dismissed notifications | 30 days |
sidebar_collapsed | Sidebar navigation state | 1 year |
2.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information anonymously. We use this data to improve the Platform.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors | 2 years |
_ga_* | Google Analytics 4 | Maintains session state | 2 years |
_gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users within a 24-hour period | 24 hours |
Google Analytics data is anonymized (IP anonymization is enabled) and is not shared with third parties for advertising purposes. See Google's Privacy Policy for details on how Google processes analytics data.
2.4 Marketing Cookies
We currently do not use marketing or advertising cookies on GAM Sentinel. If this changes in the future, this policy will be updated and you will be asked for consent before any marketing cookies are placed.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party services embedded on our pages:
- Google Analytics: Website usage analytics (see section 2.3)
- Intercom / Support widgets: If embedded for live chat support, subject to the provider's cookie policy
We do not allow third-party advertising networks to place cookies on our Platform.
4. How to Manage Cookies
4.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View which cookies are stored
- Delete all or specific cookies
- Block cookies from specific or all sites
- Set preferences for first-party vs. third-party cookies
Common browser cookie settings:
4.2 Google Analytics Opt-Out
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites, install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
4.3 Do Not Track
GAM Sentinel respects the Do Not Track (DNT) browser signal. When DNT is enabled, we will not load analytics cookies for your session.
5. Cookie Consent
When you first visit gamsentinel.com, a cookie consent banner will appear allowing you to:
- Accept all: Enable all cookie categories
- Necessary only: Only allow strictly necessary cookies
- Customize: Choose specific categories to enable or disable
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the website footer or by clearing cookies in your browser.
6. Data Retention for Cookies
Cookie data is retained only for the duration specified in the tables above. When a cookie expires:
- Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies are automatically deleted after their specified duration
- Analytics data associated with cookies is retained in aggregated form for up to 26 months in Google Analytics, then automatically deleted
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. Material changes will be communicated via our cookie consent mechanism.
8. Contact
For questions about cookies and tracking:
- Privacy: privacy@hntgaming.me
- Support: gamsentinel@hntgaming.me