What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and session state. ThunderboltJoy uses both cookies (traditional browser cookies) and browser localStorage to provide a smooth experience.
What We Use Cookies & Storage For
ThunderboltJoy uses cookies and local storage for the following purposes:
| Name / Key | Type | Purpose | Expires |
|---|---|---|---|
| tbj_age_ok | Stores confirmation that you have verified your age (18+). Required for the site to function. | Until storage cleared | |
| tbj_cookies | Stores your cookie consent preference (accepted or declined). | Until storage cleared | |
| tbj_coins | Stores your ThunderCoin balance locally in your browser so progress is saved between sessions. | Until storage cleared | |
| tbj_stats_* | Stores your per-game statistics (wins, spins, sessions) for your personal game history. | Until storage cleared | |
| _analytics | Aggregate, anonymised analytics about page views and session duration — only set with your consent. | 13 months |
Essential vs Optional Cookies
Essential cookies are strictly necessary for ThunderboltJoy to function. They include age verification and consent preference storage. These cannot be turned off without breaking the site.
Functional cookies remember your game progress and preferences. Without these, your coin balance and stats will not persist between visits. They are stored only on your device and are never transmitted to our servers.
Analytics cookies are optional. They help us understand how players use the platform so we can improve it. They are only activated if you click "Accept All" on the cookie consent banner.
Third-Party Cookies
ThunderboltJoy uses Google Fonts (fonts.googleapis.com) to serve typography. Google Fonts serves font files via CDN and may set its own performance cookies. We use Google Fonts in privacy-preserving mode where possible. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.
We do not use third-party advertising networks, social media pixels, or any tracking cookies for commercial profiling purposes.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can update your cookie consent at any time using the buttons below. You can also manage cookies directly through your browser settings — most modern browsers allow you to view, delete, or block cookies from specific sites.
Note: clearing your browser's localStorage will also delete your saved game progress, ThunderCoin balance, and statistics.