Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences, keeping you logged in, and analyzing how you use our service.

How We Use Cookies

TierContest uses cookies for the following purposes:

  • Authentication and session management
  • Remembering your preferences and settings
  • Analyzing website usage and performance
  • Providing personalized content and features
  • Ensuring security and preventing fraud

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as user authentication, security features, and basic navigation. These cookies cannot be disabled.

  • Session cookies for user authentication
  • Security tokens and CSRF protection
  • Load balancing and server routing

Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences and settings. They are not essential but improve usability.

  • Theme preferences (dark/light mode)
  • Language and region settings
  • Tierlist builder preferences
  • Contest notification settings

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

  • Page views and user navigation patterns
  • Contest participation statistics
  • Feature usage and performance metrics
  • Error tracking and debugging information

Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:

  • Google OAuth: For secure user authentication and login
  • AWS Services: For content delivery and performance optimization
  • Analytics Providers: For website usage analysis and improvement

These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We recommend reviewing their policies for more information.

Cookie Duration

Session Cookies

Deleted when you close your browser. Used for temporary data like your current session.

Persistent Cookies

Remain on your device for a set period (typically 30 days to 1 year) or until you delete them.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies only
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Set cookies to expire when you close your browser

Important: Disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of TierContest. You may not be able to log in, participate in contests, or access certain features.

Browser-Specific Instructions

Chrome

Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data

Firefox

Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

Edge

Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at cookies@tiercontest.com

You can also reach us through our contact page for any privacy-related inquiries.

Last updated: 9/9/2025