Effective Date: September 13, 2026
Last Modified: August 20, 2026
Xhope (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is the operator of xhopen.xyz (the “Website”). To help the Website function properly and to give you the best possible experience, we use cookies and similar technologies, which are placed on your computer, mobile device, tablet, or other device.
This Cookie Policy explains:
- How we use cookies and similar tracking technologies; and
- The choices available to you regarding these technologies.
For purposes of this Policy, “personal data” means information that identifies or could identify you as an individual, which may include online identifiers such as your IP address.
1. What Is a Cookie?
A cookie is a small text file stored on your device when you visit a website. Cookies are sent back to the site that created them (or to another site that recognizes them) on later visits, allowing the site to recognize your device.
- Session cookies are deleted automatically when you close your browser. Without them, the Website won’t remember you between visits — you may need to log in again or reselect preferences.
- Persistent cookies remain on your device until they expire or you delete them, and allow us to recognize you as a returning visitor.
The Website uses both session and persistent cookies.
2. Why We Use Cookies
Cookies let us recognize returning visitors, tailor the Website to your preferences, and improve your overall experience. Without certain cookies, some parts of the Website may not work as intended.
We use cookies to collect information about your visit and the device you use, which may include your IP address, general location, browser and operating system, and (depending on your preferences) statistical data about how you use the Website.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Deliver the Website in a way suited to your device;
- Prevent and detect fraud and keep your connection secure;
- Provide the features and services you request;
- Comply with applicable law;
- Manage advertising and marketing relationships;
- Understand and improve Website performance; and
- Make the Website more relevant to you.
You may not be able to use certain features of the Website unless the relevant cookies are enabled.
4. Categories of Cookies
By Source
- First-party cookies — set directly by xhopen.xyz, typically used for core functionality and remembering your preferences.
- Third-party cookies — set by other domains (e.g., analytics or advertising partners), typically used for measurement and ad delivery.
By Duration
- Session cookies — exist only until you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies — remain on your device until they expire or are deleted, helping us recognize you as a returning visitor.
By Function
Essential cookies Necessary to provide services you’ve requested and to keep the Website secure. These are set automatically and cannot be disabled through our cookie settings, though you can block them via your browser (which may break parts of the Website). They are used to:
- Keep you logged in and recognize you as you navigate the site (“authentication cookies”);
- Protect against fraud, abuse, and violations of our Terms (“security cookies”);
- Remember your cookie preferences;
- Confirm whether you’re permitted to access particular content or features.
Example essential cookies (illustrative — replace with your actual implementation):
| Cookie Name | Domain | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | xhopen.xyz | Authentication session key | Session |
| age_verified | xhopen.xyz | Records completion of age verification | 365 days |
| cookie_consent | xhopen.xyz | Stores your cookie preference choices | 365 days |
| csrf_token | xhopen.xyz | Protects against cross-site request forgery | Session |
| account_type | xhopen.xyz | Identifies account type for login | 30 min |
Functionality cookies Remember your preferences to give you a more tailored experience without identifying you personally, such as:
- Recognizing you when logged in;
- Remembering settings like language, volume, or display mode as you browse;
- Remembering your region and viewing history;
- Showing more relevant content based on past visits.
Example functionality cookies:
| Cookie Name | Domain | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| lang_pref | xhopen.xyz | Stores language preference | 30 days |
| display_mode | xhopen.xyz | Stores light/dark mode preference | 365 days |
| watch_history | xhopen.xyz | Enables viewing history features | 30 days |
| search_recent | xhopen.xyz | Enables recent-search recommendations | 30 days |
Performance cookies Collect aggregated, non-identifying information to help us understand how visitors use the Website, such as:
- Counting visits and identifying popular pages;
- Evaluating how users respond to new features.
Targeting/advertising cookies Used to deliver advertising relevant to your interests, both on the Website and elsewhere, and may track browsing activity across pages and visits.
Analytics cookies Typically provided by third parties and used to understand how visitors interact with the Website (e.g., pages visited, time spent, links clicked), including through tools such as Google Analytics.
Where we use Google Analytics, IP anonymization may be applied so that Google does not store your full IP address. Google uses this data only to provide analytics services to us and not for its own independent purposes. You can learn more about how Google handles data, or opt out, via the Google Analytics opt-out tools, or by declining analytics cookies through our cookie settings.
Example third-party cookie providers we may use (adjust to reflect your actual vendors):
| Provider | Purpose | Typical Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors | Up to 2 years |
| Cloudflare | Security and performance | Short-term |
| Ad network partner(s) | Ad delivery and frequency capping | Varies |
5. Third-Party Use of Cookies
Some content on the Website, including advertisements, is served by third parties such as ad networks, content providers, and analytics companies. These third parties may independently place cookies or similar technologies on your device to collect information such as your IP address, browser type, location, and device details, which they may use to serve interest-based advertising.
We do not control these third parties’ practices. We encourage you to review their own privacy and cookie policies. We are not responsible for their content or data practices.
6. A Few Things to Keep in Mind
- Multi-purpose cookies: Where a cookie serves more than one purpose, we only use it for its essential function unless you’ve consented to broader use.
- Cookies already stored: Disabling a cookie category going forward does not delete data already collected, though we will stop collecting new data of that type.
- Browser-level controls: Managing cookies through your browser will affect all sites that use similar technologies, not just ours.
7. How to Control or Delete Cookies
You can configure your browser to block, delete, or notify you about cookies, and you can adjust your preferences on the Website at any time through our cookie settings.
On your first visit, you will see a cookie banner explaining your options. You can change your choices later via your browser or device settings, or by revisiting our cookie preference center.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may limit or disable parts of the Website’s functionality.
You can also opt out of specific third-party cookies by following that provider’s own instructions in its privacy policy.
For general information about cookies, including how to view and manage them, you can visit independent resources such as www.allaboutcookies.org.
8. More About Our Use of Your Data
For more detail on how we collect, use, and protect your personal data generally, please see our Privacy Policy.
9. Contact Us
Questions about this Cookie Policy can be sent to: darkero.xyz@gmail.com