Cookie Policy

Last Updated: December 17, 2025

1. What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit websites. Pixel Play uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and provide essential functionality.

Similar technologies we use include:

  • localStorage: Browser storage that persists data across sessions
  • sessionStorage: Temporary storage cleared when browser is closed
  • Service Workers: Scripts that run in the background for caching and offline support
  • IndexedDB: Browser database for structured data storage

2. How Pixel Play Uses Cookies and Storage

2.1 Essential Technologies (Always Active)

These are necessary for Pixel Play to function and cannot be disabled:

Technology Purpose Duration
localStorage - User Session Stores your login state (name, email, login type) to keep you logged in Until you log out or clear browser data
Service Worker Cache Caches app files for offline access and faster loading Until cache is cleared or app is updated
localStorage - Playback State Remembers volume settings and playback preferences Persistent until cleared

2.2 Third-Party Cookies

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

Service Purpose Privacy Policy
Google OAuth Authentication and user profile access Google Privacy Policy
YouTube Video streaming and playback tracking Google Privacy Policy
YouTube IFrame API Embedded player functionality YouTube Terms

3. Detailed Storage Information

3.1 What We Store in localStorage

Key: "pixelMusicUser"

Contains:

  • Your name (from Google account or "Guest User")
  • Your email address (Google login only)
  • Profile picture URL (Google login only)
  • Login type ("google" or "guest")

3.2 Service Worker Cache

Cached files include:

  • HTML, CSS, and JavaScript files
  • Bootstrap and icon fonts
  • Application assets

Note: No personal data or music files are cached.

3.3 What We DON'T Store

  • ✗ Your search history is not saved permanently
  • ✗ Your playback history is not stored long-term
  • ✗ Uploaded local files remain on your device only
  • ✗ No payment or financial information (we're free!)
  • ✗ No sensitive personal data

4. Managing Cookies and Storage

4.1 How to Clear Pixel Play Data

Option 1: Use the Logout Button

  • Click "Logout" in Pixel Play
  • This clears your user session from localStorage

Option 2: Clear Browser Storage

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Clear browsing data → Cookies and site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data → Clear Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data → Remove
  • Edge: Settings → Privacy → Clear browsing data

4.2 Disabling Cookies

You can configure your browser to refuse cookies. However, this will prevent Pixel Play from functioning properly:

  • ❌ You won't stay logged in
  • ❌ Preferences won't be saved
  • ❌ Some features may not work
  • ❌ YouTube integration may fail
Recommendation: We recommend allowing cookies for Pixel Play while blocking third-party tracking cookies through browser settings or extensions.

5. Third-Party Cookie Control

5.1 Google/YouTube Cookies

To control Google and YouTube cookies:

  • Visit Google Privacy Controls
  • Adjust your ad personalization settings
  • Manage YouTube watch history
  • Use browser extensions to block tracking

5.2 Opt-Out Options

You can opt out of personalized advertising:

  • Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-Out
  • Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out
  • Use "Do Not Track" browser settings

6. Mobile App Storage

When using Pixel Play on mobile browsers:

  • localStorage and Service Workers function similarly to desktop
  • Data is stored in your mobile browser's app data
  • Clearing browser data removes all stored information
  • Private/Incognito mode prevents persistent storage

Mobile Storage Management:

  • iOS Safari: Settings → Safari → Clear History and Website Data
  • Android Chrome: Settings → Privacy → Clear browsing data

7. Updates to Cookie Usage

We may update our cookie usage as we add new features. Significant changes will be reflected in:

  • Updated "Last Updated" date on this policy
  • Notice in the application (if material changes)
  • Our Privacy Policy

8. Legal Compliance

8.1 GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Know what data is stored in cookies
  • Access your stored data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Withdraw consent at any time

8.2 CCPA Compliance (California Users)

California residents have the right to know what personal information is collected through cookies and request its deletion.

Note: We do not sell personal information collected through cookies.

9. Children's Privacy

Pixel Play does not knowingly collect cookie data from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided information, please contact us for deletion.

10. Contact Us About Cookies

For questions or concerns about our use of cookies and storage technologies:

Cookie Policy Contact:
Email: privacy@creativepixels.in
General: support@creativepixels.in
Website: https://creativepixels.in

11. Related Policies

For more information, please review:

  • Privacy Policy - How we handle your personal data
  • Terms of Service - Our service agreement
  • DMCA Policy - Copyright information
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