1. Introduction & Legal Framework
1.1 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device that enable us to:
- Remember your preferences
- Understand how you use our platform
- Enhance your environmental learning experience
- Measure your environmental impact
1.2 Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Accept or decline non-essential cookies
- Change your preferences at any time
- Access information about data collection
- Request deletion of cookie data
2. Types of Technologies We Use
2.1 First-Party Cookies
Cookies set directly by Eco Heroes for platform functionality.
2.2 Third-Party Cookies
Cookies set by our trusted partners for:
- Analytics (Google Analytics)
- Educational content delivery
- Environmental impact tracking
- Community features
2.3 Similar Technologies
- Web beacons
- Local storage
- Session storage
- Pixel tags
3. Detailed Cookie Categories
3.1 Essential Game Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
Cannot be disabled - Required for core functionality
- Purpose: Core platform operation
- Legal basis: Legitimate interest
- Storage: Up to 1 year
- Data collected:
- Session identifiers
- Authentication tokens
- Game progress markers
- Security tokens
3.2 Learning Progress Cookies (Performance)
Optional - Affects personalization
- Purpose: Educational tracking
- Legal basis: Consent
- Storage: Up to 2 years
- Data collected:
- Learning preferences
- Quiz results
- Progress metrics
- Skill levels
3.3 Community Features Cookies (Functionality)
Optional - Affects social features
- Purpose: Community interaction
- Legal basis: Consent
- Storage: Up to 1 year
- Data collected:
- User preferences
- Community participation
- Social interactions
- Achievement sharing
3.4 Impact Tracking Cookies (Analytics)
Optional - Affects impact measurement
- Purpose: Environmental impact tracking
- Legal basis: Consent
- Storage: Up to 2 years
- Data collected:
- Carbon footprint data
- Sustainability actions
- Resource usage
- Impact calculations
4. Cookie Management
4.1 Initial Cookie Settings
When first visiting Eco Heroes, you'll see our cookie banner offering these options:
- Accept All
- Reject Non-Essential
- Customize Preferences
4.2 Changing Your Preferences
You can modify your cookie settings through:
- Privacy Dashboard
- Account Settings
- Cookie Preference Center
- Browser Settings
4.3 Browser-Level Controls
Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Site Permissions → Cookies
5. Data Processing & Sharing
5.1 Geographic Processing
- Primary processing: European Union
- Data centers: European Union
5.2 Third-Party Access
We share cookie data with:
- Educational content providers
- Analytics services
- Environmental impact calculators
All third parties are GDPR-compliant and bound by data processing agreements.
6. Special Considerations
6.1 Child Users
- Minimal cookie usage
- Parental consent required
- No behavioral tracking
- Essential cookies only by default
6.2 Accessibility
- Screen reader compatible cookie notice
- Keyboard-navigable preferences
- High contrast mode available
- Alternative text descriptions
7. Updates & Contact
7.1 Policy Updates
- Regular reviews conducted
- Email notifications for major changes
- 30-day notice for material updates
- Archive of previous versions available
7.2 Contact Information
8. Compliance & Monitoring
8.1 Regulatory Compliance
We regularly audit our cookie usage for compliance with:
- GDPR requirements
- ePrivacy Directive
- Local data protection laws
- Industry best practices
8.2 Cookie Audit Schedule
- Monthly technical reviews
- Quarterly compliance checks
- Annual policy updates
- Continuous monitoring