Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy

How the Norway Chess website uses cookies and similar technologies.

Last updated: July 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how the Norway Chess website (norwaychess.com) uses cookies and similar technologies.

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, improve user experience, and provide information to website operators.

Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are set in response to actions you take, such as logging in to the admin area.

  • Authentication cookies — Used to maintain login sessions for authorized users accessing the admin area. These are not set for regular visitors.

Analytics Cookies

We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors interact with the website. GA4 collects aggregated usage data such as page views, session duration, and general browser and device information. Google may set cookies (such as _ga and _ga_*) to distinguish users and track sessions. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

  • View what cookies are stored on your device
  • Delete individual or all cookies
  • Block cookies from specific or all websites
  • Set preferences for first-party vs. third-party cookies

Please note that blocking essential cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of the website.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy as our use of cookies evolves. Any changes will be posted on this page.

Contact

If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us at [email protected].