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Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how PLAY UPDATE HUB uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It applies to all visitors from Australia and elsewhere who access our gaming news, reviews, guides, and release information.

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function, remember your preferences, and provide us with analytics that improve your experience. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

  • Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit.
  • First-party cookies are set directly by PLAY UPDATE HUB.
  • Third-party cookies are set by services we use, such as analytics providers.
  • Similar technologies include local storage and web beacons.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to site owners. When you return to PLAY UPDATE HUB, cookies allow us to recognise your browser and remember useful information.

In plain language: a cookie is like a short note your browser keeps for a website. It does not run programs or deliver viruses. It simply stores small pieces of information so the site can respond more smoothly the next time you visit.

  • First-party cookies are set by PLAY UPDATE HUB and are used to keep the site working as expected.
  • Third-party cookies are set by external services that appear on our pages, such as analytics providers or embedded media.
  • Local storage is a similar browser feature that stores data on your device without an expiry date.
  • Web beacons are tiny graphics used to understand page activity, often alongside cookies.

Essential Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site may not work as a result.

Essential cookies on PLAY UPDATE HUB may be used for the following purposes:

  • Remembering your cookie consent choices so we do not ask you again on every visit.
  • Maintaining session state while you move between pages, such as when reading a guide or browsing news.
  • Supporting basic security measures that help prevent fraudulent or abusive activity.
  • Keeping the website layout stable while content loads.

Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve content, navigation, and the overall user experience for Australian gamers and readers around the world.

These cookies collect information such as:

  • Pages visited and how long you spend on each page.
  • The type of browser and device you are using.
  • How you arrived at the site, such as through a search engine or social link.
  • General location information at a city or region level, where available.

We may use third-party services such as Google Analytics for this purpose. IP addresses may be anonymised before they are stored or processed. Analytics cookies are only used with your consent where required by law.

Preference Cookies

Preference cookies enable the website to remember information that changes the way the site behaves or looks. They are not strictly necessary for the site to work, but they make your experience more personal and convenient.

Examples of how PLAY UPDATE HUB may use preference cookies include:

  • Remembering display settings such as dark mode, if you choose to enable it.
  • Storing your preferred region so we can highlight relevant Australian gaming news and release dates.
  • Keeping you logged in if an account system is introduced in the future.
  • Remembering filters you have applied to news or review lists.

If you disable preference cookies, the site will still work, but some personalisation features may not be available.

You can control and manage cookies in several ways. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. You can also change your consent preferences on our site at any time using the cookie consent banner.

Site controls: When you first visit PLAY UPDATE HUB, a cookie consent banner appears. You can use it to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences. You can reopen this banner at any time by clearing your browser data for this site or by using the cookie settings link if available.

To manage cookies through your browser, follow these general steps:

  1. Open your browser settings or preferences menu.
  2. Find the privacy, security, or site settings section.
  3. Locate the cookies and site data option.
  4. Choose to block all cookies, block third-party cookies, or delete existing cookies.
  5. You can also add exceptions for specific sites such as playupdatehub.com.

Some third-party services offer their own opt-out tools. For example, Google provides a browser add-on that prevents Google Analytics data from being used. We encourage you to review the privacy settings of any third-party service you use.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be set by third-party services that appear on our pages, such as embedded videos, social media sharing buttons, or advertising partners. We do not control these cookies, and they are subject to the privacy policies of the third parties that set them.

Examples of third-party services that may use cookies on PLAY UPDATE HUB include:

  • Video players embedded in news articles or review pages.
  • Social media widgets that allow you to share content.
  • Analytics providers that help us understand site performance.
  • Advertising networks, if advertising is introduced in the future.

We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of any third-party services you interact with. You can also block third-party cookies through most browser settings without affecting essential site functionality.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at [email protected]. We aim to respond to all enquiries as quickly as possible.

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We will indicate any material changes by updating the effective date at the top of this page. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

For more information about how we handle personal information, please read our Privacy Policy.