Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. They are widely used to make websites work, improve efficiency, and provide information to site owners. Some cookies are set by the site you visit ("first-party"), while others are set by third-party services ("third-party").

We also use localStorage, a browser feature similar to cookies that allows us to store data locally on your device. Unlike cookies, localStorage data is not sent to servers with every request.

Essential Essential Storage (No consent required)

These are strictly necessary for the Game to function. They do not track you or collect personal data.

Name	Type	Purpose	Duration
gameState	localStorage	Saves your game progress (high score, level, settings)	Until you clear browser data
cookieConsent	localStorage	Stores your cookie preference choice	Until you clear browser data

Analytics Google Analytics Cookies (Consent required)

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Game by collecting anonymized, aggregated information.

Name	Type	Purpose	Duration
_ga	Cookie	Distinguishes unique users	2 years
_ga_*	Cookie	Maintains session state	2 years
_gid	Cookie	Distinguishes unique users (24h)	24 hours
_gat	Cookie	Throttles request rate	1 minute

Learn more: Google's Cookie Policy

Advertising Google AdSense Cookies (Consent required)

These cookies are used by Google AdSense to display ads and measure ad performance. They may be used to show you personalized ads based on your browsing history.

Name	Type	Purpose	Duration
__gads	Cookie	Measures ad interactions	13 months
__gpi	Cookie	Google Publisher Identifier	13 months
IDE	Cookie (doubleclick.net)	Ad serving and retargeting	13 months
NID	Cookie (google.com)	Ad preferences	6 months
DSID	Cookie (doubleclick.net)	Identifies signed-in users for ad personalization	2 weeks

Learn more: Google Advertising Policies

3.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit the Game, a cookie consent banner will appear. You can choose:

• Accept All — Enables all cookies, including analytics and advertising.
• Essential Only — Only strictly necessary storage is used. No Google Analytics or AdSense scripts are loaded.

You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser's localStorage for this site and reloading the page.

3.2 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge

3.3 Google Ad Personalization

You can opt out of personalized advertising from Google:

• Google Ads Settings
• Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out
• Your Online Choices (EU)

3.4 Clear localStorage

To remove all locally stored game data and preferences:

1. Open your browser's Developer Tools (usually F12)
2. Go to the Application (Chrome) or Storage (Firefox) tab
3. Find Local Storage → hanginthere.io
4. Delete the entries or click "Clear All"

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) setting. There is currently no industry-standard way to respond to DNT signals. However, if you choose "Essential Only" on our cookie banner, no tracking scripts will be loaded regardless of your DNT setting.

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact: