Cookie Policy
Effective Date: October 14, 2025
Quick Summary: We use cookies to keep your account secure and to display ads that keep our service free. Premium members enjoy an ad-free experience without advertising cookies.
1. Introduction
PokeXGuides ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies to provide and improve our services. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.
By using our website, you consent to the use of essential cookies. For advertising cookies, we require your explicit consent through our cookie banner.
4. Your Choices & Control
Free Users: Two Options
Accept Cookies & Continue Free
Access all content for free with advertisements. Your consent allows us to keep PokeXGuides free for everyone.
Upgrade to Premium
Enjoy an ad-free experience without advertising cookies. Premium members also get exclusive features and support the site directly.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Through Our Website
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clearing your browser cookies
- Visiting our site again (cookie banner will reappear)
- Making your new choice
Through Your Browser
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, Search, and Services → Cookies
⚠️ Note: Blocking essential cookies may affect website functionality.
Google Ad Personalization
You can opt-out of personalized Google ads:
5. Data Processing & International Transfers
Google AdSense (US-Based)
When you consent to advertising cookies, your data is processed by Google LLC in the United States.
Data Transferred: Browsing behavior, device information, approximate location
Legal Mechanism: Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for EU-US transfers
Your Rights: You can withdraw consent at any time
🔒 We Do NOT Sell Your Data
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. Advertising cookies are managed directly by Google AdSense under their terms.
7. Your Privacy Rights (GDPR & CCPA)
🇪🇺 EU/UK Users (GDPR)
- Right to Access: Request information about cookies stored
- Right to Erasure: Delete your data and cookies
- Right to Object: Object to advertising cookies
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Change your cookie preferences anytime
- Right to Lodge Complaint: Contact your local data protection authority
🇺🇸 California Users (CCPA)
- Right to Know: What information is collected via cookies
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of cookie data
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of data sale (we do not sell)
- Right to Non-Discrimination: Equal service regardless of privacy choices
To exercise your rights, contact us at:
pokexguides@outlook.com
We respond to all legitimate requests within 30 days.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal/regulatory reasons. When we make changes:
- We will post the updated policy on this page
- The "Effective Date" at the top will be updated
- For material changes, we will display a prominent notice on our website
- Registered users may receive email notifications for significant updates
We recommend checking this page periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, how we use cookies, or want to exercise your privacy rights:
This Cookie Policy was last updated on October 14, 2025
Note: This policy complements our Privacy Policy. For complete information about data protection, please read both documents.