Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 14, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide analytics information, and enhance the user experience. Cookies may be "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" cookies (remaining on your device for a set period or until you delete them).
2. How We Use Cookies
HamsterMath uses cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
| Type | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Analytics | Google Analytics | Collects anonymized data about how visitors use the site, including pages visited, session duration, and traffic sources. This helps us understand and improve the Service. | Up to 2 years |
| Local Storage | HamsterMath | Stores your favorites, recently played games, and notification preferences locally on your device. This data is not transmitted to our servers. | Persistent (until cleared) |
3. Google Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to analyze the use of our Service. Google Analytics uses the following cookies:
- _ga: Used to distinguish unique users. Expires after 2 years.
- _ga_*: Used to persist session state. Expires after 2 years.
Google Analytics data is processed in accordance with Google's Privacy Policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Embedded third-party games may set their own cookies or use tracking technologies. We do not control the cookie practices of third-party game developers. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of the respective game providers for more information.
5. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete cookies stored on your device;
- Block cookies from specific or all websites;
- Set preferences for certain types of cookies.
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features of the Service. For instructions on managing cookies in your browser, visit your browser's help documentation:
6. Your Consent
By continuing to use the Service, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. For users in the European Economic Area (EEA) and the United Kingdom, analytics cookies will only be placed with your consent in accordance with applicable law. You may withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or using the opt-out tools referenced above.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected by the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
8. Contact
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at contact@hamstermath.com.