Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Digital UWU ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit the Search & Discover website at search-uwu.com. It does not apply to data stored within the mobile app itself, which is covered by our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by a website when you visit it. They allow the website to remember information about your visit, such as your preferences or authentication state. Cookies set by us are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by third parties (such as analytics providers) are called "third-party cookies."
2. Cookies We Use
We keep our use of cookies minimal. The Search & Discover website uses the following categories:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled.
- Firebase Authentication session cookie — maintains your signed-in state when you access the organizer dashboard. Without this cookie, you would be logged out on every page load. This cookie is a persistent first-party cookie that expires when you sign out or after a period of inactivity.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it. All data collected is aggregated and anonymised — it is not used to identify individual users.
- Firebase Analytics / Google Analytics — tracks page views, session duration, and general usage patterns. Data is sent to Google and processed under Google's privacy terms. You can opt out of Google Analytics across all sites using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
We do not use advertising cookies, retargeting pixels, or any cookies for behavioural profiling.
3. How to Control Cookies
You have the right to accept or reject cookies other than those that are strictly essential. You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Please note that disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using parts of the website that require authentication.
4. Mobile App Storage
The Search & Discover mobile app does not use browser cookies. The app uses local device storage (via Hive) exclusively for:
- Queuing NFC scan turn-ins when your device is offline
- Caching game state for performance
This data stays on your device and is not shared with advertisers or analytics providers. See our Privacy Policy for full details.
5. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
6. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: privacy@digitaluwu.com
General Support: support@digitaluwu.com