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SimTopia – Cookie Policy
Version 1.0 – Last updated: November 12, 2025

Welcome to SimTopia! To ensure our website and community function properly and continue to improve, we use cookies and similar technologies. This cookie policy explains which cookies we use, why we use them, and what choices you have. By using SimTopia, you agree to this cookie policy.

1. What are cookies?

1.1 Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website.
1.2 Cookies help the website function correctly, remember preferences, and provide insight into website usage.
1.3 Cookies cannot execute programs or spread viruses.

2. What software does SimTopia use?

2.1 SimTopia uses Invision Community as its community and forum platform.
2.2 Invision Community places cookies that are necessary for core functionalities such as login, security, and user preferences.
2.3 Without these cookies, the website may not function correctly.

3. Types of cookies we use

3.1 Functional cookies
These cookies are essential for the proper operation of SimTopia, including:
3.1.1 Logging in and staying logged in
3.1.2 Remembering user preferences (such as language and theme)
3.1.3 Security and fraud prevention

3.2 Analytical cookies
3.2.1 These cookies provide insight into how the website is used.
3.2.2 We use this information to improve SimTopia.
3.2.3 Where possible, data is anonymized.

3.3 Performance and usage cookies
3.3.1 These cookies help optimize performance and stability.
3.3.2 They measure load times and error messages, among other things.

3.4 Third-party cookies
3.4.1 In some cases, external services may place cookies (for example, embedded content).
3.4.2 SimTopia does not have full control over third-party cookies.
3.4.3 Please consult the cookie policies of these third parties for more information.

4. What we do not use cookies for

4.1 We do not use cookies to track you outside of SimTopia.
4.2 We do not sell cookie data to third parties.
4.3 Cookies are not used for unwanted advertisements or spam.

5. Cookie settings and consent

5.1 On your first visit to SimTopia, you will be asked for consent to place cookies.
5.2 You can adjust your cookie preferences at any time via your browser settings.
5.3 Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the website.

6. Removing or blocking cookies

6.1 You can always delete cookies via your browser settings.
6.2 You can configure your browser to automatically refuse cookies.
6.3 Please note that certain features of SimTopia may no longer be available.

7. Privacy and personal data

7.1 Cookies may, in some cases, be linked to personal data.
7.2 The processing of personal data is governed by our privacy policy.
7.3 We handle all data with care and comply with applicable legislation (GDPR).

8. Changes to this cookie policy

8.1 SimTopia reserves the right to update this cookie policy.
8.2 Changes will be published on the website.
8.3 Significant changes will be communicated via the forum or Discord.

9. Contact

9.1 If you have any questions about this cookie policy, please contact the SimTopia team.
9.2 We are happy to assist with any questions regarding cookies, privacy, or data processing.