Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how SlotNearMe ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at slotnearme.com or use our mobile application.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how you interact with the site.

Similar technologies include:

  • Local Storage: Data stored in your browser that persists until cleared
  • Session Storage: Temporary data cleared when you close your browser
  • Pixels/Beacons: Small images that track page views and interactions

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

  • Authentication cookies (keeping you logged in via Firebase Authentication)
  • Security cookies (protecting against fraud and unauthorized access)
  • Session management (maintaining your login state)

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.

  • User preferences (stored in Firebase Firestore)
  • Recently viewed locations
  • Filter and display preferences

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Traffic sources and navigation paths
  • Device and browser information
  • Error and performance data (via Firebase Analytics)

3. Mobile App Data Collection

Our mobile application collects and stores the following data using Firebase and other services:

  • Authentication Data: Email address, display name, first name, last name, username (optional), and profile photo (via Firebase Authentication and Google Sign-In)
  • Session Data: Gambling sessions including type (live/past), status, start/end times, duration, stops, and notes (stored in Firestore)
  • Play Data: Individual plays within sessions including buy-in amounts, rebuy totals, cash-out amounts, and associated games (stored in Firestore)
  • Stop Data: Location stops within sessions including order and aggregated statistics (stored in Firestore)
  • Location Data: GPS coordinates for finding nearby slot locations and calculating distances (with your explicit permission)
  • Favorites: Saved locations you bookmark, cached locally and synced to Firestore
  • Routes: Planned routes with start points, end points, and stops for route optimization
  • Subscription Data: Your subscription status, entitlements, and billing information synced via RevenueCat
  • Wallet Data: Credit balance and transaction history for gated features
  • Local Cache: Location data and favorites cached locally using Hive storage for offline access and performance
  • Analytics: App usage patterns, feature usage, and performance metrics (via Firebase Analytics)

Important: All user data is stored securely in Firebase and is only accessible by you. We do not share your gambling session data with third parties. Your P&L statistics and performance analytics are calculated from your session data and are private to your account.

4. Third-Party Services

We use services from third parties that may set their own cookies or collect data:

  • Firebase (Google): Authentication, Firestore database, Cloud Functions for aggregate calculations, and Analytics for usage monitoring
  • Google Maps Platform: Map display, Places API for city search, and Directions API for route optimization
  • RevenueCat: Subscription management, entitlement tracking, and coordination with app store billing
  • Apple App Store: App distribution, in-app purchases, and subscription billing (iOS)
  • Google Play Store: App distribution, in-app purchases, and subscription billing (Android, when available)

These third parties have their own privacy policies governing the use of their services. Firebase data is stored securely and is not used for advertising purposes. RevenueCat processes subscription data but does not have access to your gambling session data.

5. Cookie Duration

Cookies can be either session cookies or persistent cookies:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them (typically 30 days to 2 years)

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Browser Settings

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

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies only
  • Clear existing cookies
  • Set preferences for specific websites

Common browser cookie settings:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions

Mobile App

Our mobile app stores data in Firebase and locally on your device. You can manage your data through:

  • Deleting your account via the Settings screen (which removes all your sessions, plays, stops, favorites, routes, and wallet data from Firestore)
  • Your device's privacy settings (location permissions, etc.)
  • Managing Firebase Analytics opt-out through your device settings
  • Signing out to clear local cached data
  • Contacting us at privacy@slotnearme.com to request data deletion

Opt-Out Links

You can opt out of specific third-party cookies:

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable or delete cookies, some features may not work properly:

  • You may need to log in each time you visit
  • Preferences won't be saved between sessions
  • Some interactive features may not function
  • We won't be able to personalize your experience

8. Do Not Track

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature. Our website currently does not respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can use the cookie management options described above.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: