Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. They allow websites to remember information about you and your preferences across visits. Cookies are harmless data files and cannot execute code or transmit viruses. They make web browsing more convenient and personalized.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

MapleForestJourney.com uses only essential and functional cookies. We do not use advertising cookies, tracking pixels, or third-party analytics cookies that profile your behavior across the web.

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the platform to function correctly. Without them, basic features like age verification and cookie preferences would not work.

Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your settings and preferences so you don't have to re-enter them each time you visit.

Performance Cookies

These cookies collect non-identifiable information about how the platform is used, helping us identify and fix technical issues and improve performance.

3. Local Storage

In addition to cookies, MapleForestJourney.com uses browser local storage to store your game progress, Maple Coin balance, achievements, and gameplay statistics. This data is stored exclusively on your device and never sent to our servers. Local storage provides more capacity than cookies and is ideal for storing game data. You can clear local storage at any time through your browser's developer tools or settings.

4. Third-Party Cookies

MapleForestJourney.com integrates Google Fonts for typography. Google Fonts may set cookies as part of font delivery. These cookies are subject to Google's Privacy Policy. We do not partner with advertising networks, social media pixels, or data brokers. No third parties can track you across the web through our platform.

For information about Google's use of cookies, visit: Google Cookies Explanation

5. Managing Cookies

Delete Cookies: You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. Instructions vary by browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, etc.). Deleting cookies will clear your age verification and preferences.

Block Cookies: You can configure your browser to block all cookies or prompt before accepting. Note that blocking essential cookies may prevent the platform from functioning properly.

Cookie Banner: When you first visit MapleForestJourney.com, you will see a cookie banner. Clicking "Accept All" accepts essential and functional cookies. Clicking "Decline" rejects non-essential cookies (though essential cookies for platform functionality will still be set).

Your cookie preference is saved for future visits. You can change your preferences at any time through the help center.

6. Cookie Reference Table

Below is a complete list of cookies used by MapleForestJourney.com:

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration	Type
mfj_age_verified	Remembers age confirmation to prevent repeated age gate	90 days	Essential
mfj_cookies_accepted	Stores your cookie preference choice	1 year	Functional
mfj_session	Maintains platform stability and session continuity	Session	Essential
mfj_theme_preference	Remembers your display theme choice (dark/light)	1 year	Functional

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy at any time as our platform evolves. Changes will be posted here with an updated "Last updated" date. Significant changes will be communicated through the platform. Your continued use of MapleForestJourney.com after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.