Cookie Policy
Last updated: 19 May 2026 | Applies to: lootdistrict.info
This Cookie Policy explains how Loot District ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on lootdistrict.info. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides broader information about how we handle your personal information.
By continuing to use our website after being presented with our cookie notice, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or using the opt-out mechanisms described below.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide website owners with information about how their site is being used.
Cookies can be "session cookies" (which expire when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them). They can be set by the website you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by third-party services embedded in that website ("third-party cookies").
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies on lootdistrict.info for the following purposes:
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function without them.
- ld_cookie_consent — Stores your cookie consent preference (accepted/declined). Duration: 12 months. Provider: lootdistrict.info.
- Session cookies — Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser, used to maintain your session state while browsing.
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personalised features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
- Preference cookies — Remember your display preferences and settings to improve your experience on return visits. Duration: 6 months.
3.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the structure and content of our site.
- Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat) — Used to collect information about how visitors use our site. We use this information to compile reports and to help us improve the site. The cookies collect information in an anonymised form, including the number of visitors, where visitors have come to the site from, and the pages they visited. For more information about Google Analytics cookies, see Google's privacy overview.
3.4 Marketing and Targeting Cookies
We do not currently use marketing or advertising cookies on lootdistrict.info. We do not serve targeted advertising based on your browsing behaviour.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. We do not control these cookies and they are subject to the third party's own privacy and cookie policies. Third-party services we use that may set cookies include:
- Google Analytics — Web analytics service provided by Google LLC. Google Privacy Policy.
- YouTube — If we embed video content, YouTube may set cookies. Google/YouTube Privacy Policy.
5. Cookie Duration
The cookies we use have varying durations:
- Session cookies: Expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a defined period (typically between 30 days and 2 years) unless deleted earlier.
Specific durations for individual cookies are noted in Section 3 above.
6. How to Manage and Delete Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (other than strictly necessary cookies). You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:
Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or alert you when a cookie is being set. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website and other websites you visit.
Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Opt-Out Tools:
- To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- For general opt-out from interest-based advertising, visit the Your Online Choices website (Australia).
7. Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Our website does not currently respond to DNT signals, as there is no consistent industry standard for how to interpret them. However, you can use the cookie management options described in Section 6 to limit tracking.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was most recently revised.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Post: Privacy Officer, Loot District, Level 3, 350 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
For general privacy enquiries, please also refer to our Privacy Policy.