Cookie Policy

Last updated: 20 July 2026  |  Effective: 20 July 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Pelamiko ("we", "us", or "our"), operated by Pelamiko Media Pty Ltd, uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on pelamiko.info (the "Site"). It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to website owners about how visitors use their sites.

Similar technologies include:

  • Local storage — data stored in your browser that persists across sessions (e.g., your cookie consent preference)
  • Session storage — temporary data that is cleared when you close your browser tab
  • Pixel tags / web beacons — tiny images embedded in pages or emails that help track activity

2. Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on pelamiko.info:

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Site to function correctly. They cannot be disabled. They include:

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
cookies_accepted Stores your cookie consent preference 12 months (localStorage)
session_id Maintains your browsing session Session

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Site by collecting anonymous, aggregated information. We use this data to improve our content and user experience.

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics Distinguishes unique users 2 years
_ga_XXXXXXXX Google Analytics Persists session state 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Distinguishes users (24-hour window) 24 hours

Analytics cookies are only activated after you provide consent via our cookie banner.

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your genre filter preference on the Reviews page.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
pml_prefs Stores user display preferences 6 months

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some pages on our Site may embed content from third-party services (e.g., YouTube video embeds for game trailers, Twitch streams for live tournament coverage). These third parties may set their own cookies on your device. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy policies of those services:

4. How to Manage Cookies

You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:

4.1 Our Cookie Banner

When you first visit pelamiko.info, a cookie consent banner will appear at the bottom of the screen. You can choose to "Accept All" cookies or "Decline" non-essential cookies. You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser's local storage and revisiting the Site.

4.2 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these options under "Privacy", "Security", or "Site Settings". Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Site. Here are links to cookie management guides for common browsers:

4.3 Opt-Out of Google Analytics

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

5. Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Our Site currently does not respond to DNT signals, as there is no consistent industry standard for how to interpret them. We encourage you to use the cookie management options described above.

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page when we do. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Post: Privacy Officer, Pelamiko Media Pty Ltd, Level 12, 1 Market Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia