Effective date: 16 February 2026
Last updated: 16 February 2026
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device and remember information about your visit, such as your login status and preferences.
In addition to traditional cookies, modern web applications also use similar technologies such as localStorage and sessionStorage — browser-based storage mechanisms that allow websites to store data locally on your device. While not technically cookies, they serve similar purposes and are covered by this policy.
TCG.SG uses cookies and local storage technologies for essential platform functionality, including maintaining your login session, protecting against security threats, remembering your display preferences, and ensuring the Platform operates correctly. We do not use cookies for advertising or third-party behavioural tracking.
| Type | Examples | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Essential / Strictly Necessary | PHPSESSID, CSRF tokens, authentication state | Required for the Platform to function. These cookies enable core functionality such as user login, session management, and form security. They cannot be disabled without breaking the Platform. |
| Functional | Theme preference (dark/light mode via localStorage), language settings, display preferences (gallery column count) | Enhance your experience by remembering your chosen settings and personalisation options across visits. |
| Security | Cloudflare Turnstile cookies, rate limiting tokens | Protect the Platform from bots, automated abuse, and malicious activity during registration, login, and other sensitive actions. |
| Analytics | Basic internal usage analytics | Help us understand how the Platform is used so we can improve features and performance. We do not use third-party tracking services such as Google Analytics. No data is shared with advertisers. |
In addition to cookies, TCG.SG uses browser localStorage and sessionStorage to store certain data on your device. These are not traditional cookies but serve a similar purpose. Data stored in localStorage persists until manually cleared, while sessionStorage is cleared when you close your browser tab.
We use localStorage for:
This data is stored locally on your device and is not transmitted to third parties.
TCG.SG integrates with a limited number of third-party services that may set their own cookies on your device:
cf_clearance) to verify that you are a genuine user and to protect the Platform from malicious traffic.| Category | Duration | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Session cookies | Temporary | Deleted automatically when you close your browser. Used for session management (PHPSESSID) and CSRF protection. |
| Persistent cookies | Indefinite (until cleared) | Theme preferences and display settings stored in localStorage persist until you manually clear your browser data. |
| Security cookies | Varies by provider | Cloudflare verification cookies typically expire within 30 minutes to 24 hours. PayPal cookies follow their own retention schedule. |
You can manage or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. Please note that disabling or blocking essential cookies may prevent the Platform from functioning correctly — you may be unable to log in, submit forms, or use core features.
To manage cookies in common browsers:
To clear localStorage and sessionStorage, you can use your browser's developer tools (usually accessible via F12) under the "Application" or "Storage" tab.
TCG.SG respects Do Not Track (DNT) browser signals. When we detect that your browser has DNT enabled, we do not engage in any additional tracking beyond what is strictly necessary for the Platform to function. As we do not use third-party advertising or behavioural tracking, our practices are already aligned with the intent of DNT signals.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, the technologies we use, or applicable legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
For information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.