Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 9, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to recognize you and remember information about your visit.
2. Cookies Used by Nero Bay
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the game to function and cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
nero-bay.session_token | Authentication and game session maintenance | 30 days |
nero-bay.session_data | Session cache for performance | 5 minutes |
__stripe_mid | Payment fraud prevention (Stripe) | 1 year |
__stripe_sid | Stripe payment session | 30 minutes |
2.2 Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how the game is used.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
nero_referral_code | Referral code tracking (localStorage) | Persistent |
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable additional functionality and personalization.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
nero-sw-nuke-* | Service Worker update management (sessionStorage) | Session |
nero-hydration-reload | Automatic recovery from hydration errors (sessionStorage) | Session |
3. Similar Technologies
3.1 Local Storage
We use Local Storage for:
- Storing language preferences (EN/RO)
- Referral codes
- Notification preferences
- Game state cache for performance
3.2 Service Worker
Nero Bay is a Progressive Web App (PWA) that uses a Service Worker for:
- Caching static resources for fast loading
- Offline functionality (fallback page)
- Receiving push notifications
3.3 Firebase Cloud Messaging
If you enable push notifications, Firebase stores a device token for notification delivery. This token does not contain personally identifiable data.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Nero Bay does not use advertising or third-party tracking cookies. The only third-party cookies are:
- Stripe — exclusively for secure payment processing
- Discord/Google OAuth — only during the authentication process
5. Managing Cookies
You can manage cookies through:
- Browser settings — you can block or delete cookies from your browser settings
- Game settings — you can disable push notifications from the settings page
Warning: Blocking strictly necessary cookies will prevent the game from functioning (you will not be able to stay authenticated).
6. Consent
In accordance with the ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC) and GDPR:
- Strictly necessary cookies do not require consent (they are essential for the service to function).
- Push notifications require explicit consent (granted by enabling them in settings).
- We do not use marketing or advertising cookies that would require additional consent.
7. Contact
For questions about cookies:
- Email: contact@nerobay.online
- Operator: VisualTech Studio, Romania