Cookie Policy

The Word on the Beat

Last updated: 6th January 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device to help websites function and remember preferences.

2. How We Use Cookies

The Word on the Beat, operated by Arlock Solutions, uses cookies to:

  • Enable essential functionality
  • Understand usage and improve performance
  • Display relevant advertising where permitted

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for login, security, and core functionality. These cannot be disabled.

Analytics Cookies

Used to understand how the game is used (e.g. Google Analytics).

Only set with your consent.

Advertising Cookies

Used for advertising and campaign measurement (e.g. Google Ads).

Only set with your consent.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third parties such as Google or Stripe. Their use is governed by their own policies.

5. Managing Your Preferences

You can manage cookies via:

  • The cookie banner
  • Account settings
  • Clearing browser cookies (which will re-show the banner)

6. Withdrawing Consent

You can withdraw consent at any time. This will not affect cookies already used lawfully.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time.

8. Contact Us

For questions about cookies, please contact us using the contact form on our website.