Data Policy
What are we actually tracking when you visit markivo.space?
A transparent breakdown of the cookie files on our domain, why they exist, and how you control them. No legalese, just the technical reality.
Foundational Concept
Cookies are small text files. They're the simplest way a website remembers you.
For a gaming-focused studio like Markivo, understanding your context is non-negotiable. We don't sell your data. We use cookies to ensure the site functions, to understand basic engagement patterns, and to respect your technical preferences.
This document isn't a wall of legal text. It's a specification. Each section below details a specific category of cookie we deploy, its purpose, lifespan, and the technical justification. If you're a developer evaluating our practices, or simply a user who values clarity, this is for you.
Core Principle
- • Essential cookies are required for basic site operation and cannot be disabled.
- • Analytics cookies are aggregated and anonymized; no PII is stored.
- • Third-party cookies are limited and only used where explicitly stated.
Cookie Categories & Lifespans
User consent state, security token, load balancing.
Visitor count, page performance, device/browser type.
Theme selection (if any), language, viewport settings.
Session Persistence (Essential)
A single, encrypted session cookie is set upon landing. It contains no personal data, only a unique session identifier necessary for maintaining your state during the visit and for server-side security checks.
httpOnly, Secure, SameSite=StrictConsent Receipt
A simple string is stored to record your choice regarding non-essential cookies. This prevents the consent banner from reappearing on every page load. No behavioral data is tied to this receipt.
User-controlled. Can be cleared in browser settings.Performance Beacon (Analytics)
If analytics are enabled, a non-identifying cookie may track page load metrics (e.g., `time-to-first-byte`). This data is aggregated to identify infrastructure bottlenecks, not user journeys.
Anonymized. No IP storage.Common Cookie Pitfalls
Over-Persistence
Setting analytics cookies for 2+ years on a volatile web landscape. Our max is 6 months to ensure relevance.
Third-Party Leakage
Embedding trackers for services we don't use. We audit all external scripts; only essential CDNs are present.
Ignoring 'Do Not Track'
While not a legal standard, we respect the `DNT` header signal for analytics. It's a professional courtesy.
Your Control & How to Reach Us
You have full control. You can delete cookies at any time via your browser's privacy settings. For questions about this policy or our data handling, our team is available during business hours.
Office
Alexanderplatz 1, 10178 Berlin, GermanyHours
Mon-Fri: 09:00 - 18:00 CET
Our primary studio is located in the heart of Berlin. For digital correspondence, email is preferred.