Cookie Policy

How Hangout Buddies uses cookies and similar technologies.

This page explains what cookies are used for on the site, the types of information they can store, and the choices users have for managing cookie preferences in the browser and on the platform.

Effective March 13, 2026 Analytics User preferences

1. What cookies do

Purpose of cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on a device when a user visits a website. They can help remember preferences, keep sessions functional, improve performance, and understand how visitors use the site.

2. Types of cookies we may use

Cookie categories

  • Essential cookies: support features such as navigation, session handling, and basic site security.
  • Preference cookies: remember choices such as consent preferences or interface selections.
  • Analytics cookies: help understand traffic patterns, usage trends, and site performance.

3. Managing preferences

User controls

Users can accept or decline cookie categories where the site offers that choice. Most browsers also allow cookies to be reviewed, limited, or deleted through browser settings. Limiting cookies may affect how some parts of the site function.

4. Related privacy information

How this connects to the privacy policy

Cookie-related information may be combined with broader technical and usage data as described in the privacy policy. For more detail on data handling, retention, and contact options, review the privacy policy.