Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 2026 · Applies to thegamebit.online
TheGameBit ("we", "us") respects your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your choices — especially regarding advertising cookies used by Google AdSense.
Information we collect
Information you provide: If you email us via the contact page, we receive your email address and message content.
Information stored locally on your device: Season date preferences, daily check-in streaks, card likes, and cookie consent choices are stored in your browser (localStorage / sessionStorage). This data remains on your device and is not transmitted to our servers for these specific features.
Server-side data: We use Supabase (a Postgres-based backend) to store and manage published content items including game releases, events, Comic-Con dates, and other editorial content. This data includes titles, descriptions, and metadata.
Automatically collected information: Our ad partner may collect device identifiers, IP address, browser type, pages visited, and ad interaction data through cookies and similar technologies. See our Cookie Settings page for details.
How we use information
- Operate countdown timers and remember your preferences
- Respond to contact emails
- Manage and publish editorial content (games, events)
- Display and measure advertisements (with consent)
- Improve site content and fix reported date errors
Third-party advertising
We partner with third-party ad networks to display advertisements on this site. These networks may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to serve ads based on your browsing activity and interests. The ad content served is the responsibility of the respective advertiser and is not endorsed by us.
Cookies
- Essential local storage — timer settings and streaks (no cross-site tracking)
- Consent cookie — remembers your ad cookie choice (
gameBitCookieConsent) - Advertising cookies — set by our ad partner when you consent to personalized advertising
You can manage your cookie preferences via our Cookie Settings page or block cookies in your browser settings.
Content & intellectual property
TheGameBit is an independent fan resource. Game data is sourced from public APIs, official announcements, and public sources. All trademarks, logos, and images are property of their respective owners. We do not claim ownership of this content and operate under fair use for informational and editorial purposes. See our Terms of Use for more details.
Data retention
Local browser data remains until you clear site data. Server-side content is retained indefinitely for editorial purposes. Contact emails are kept only as long as needed to respond.
Children's privacy
This site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. Contact us if you believe a child has provided personal data.
Your rights (EEA/UK)
Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of personal data. Contact us to exercise these rights.
Changes
We may update this policy. The "Last updated" date will change when we do.
Contact
Privacy questions: contact@thegamebit.online or our contact page.