This website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. Most websites do, though the extent varies considerably. We've tried to keep cookie usage minimal while maintaining basic functionality. This policy explains what cookies we use, why they exist, and how you can control them.
Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device. They remember information about your visit, like whether you've confirmed being over 18 or which casino reviews you've viewed. Cookies can't access other files on your computer or spread viruses - they're just tiny data storage mechanisms.
Some cookies disappear when you close your browser, while others persist for weeks or months. First-party cookies come directly from our website, while third-party cookies get set by external services we use like analytics providers. Third-party cookies tend to raise more privacy concerns because they can track you across multiple websites.
Some cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. The age verification cookie remembers that you've confirmed being over 18, preventing the prompt from appearing every single time you visit. Without this cookie, you'd need to verify your age on every page load, which would get annoying quickly.
These essential cookies don't track your behavior or collect marketing data. They simply store basic functional information needed for site operation. You can disable them through browser settings, but doing so will impair site functionality. The age gate would reappear constantly, for example.
We use Google Analytics to understand how people use this website. These cookies track things like which pages get viewed most often, how long visitors spend on different sections, and what search terms bring people here. The data appears as aggregate statistics rather than individual user profiles.
Google Analytics cookies help us improve content by showing which casino reviews generate the most interest. If nobody reads reviews about a particular casino type, we might reduce coverage of that category. Conversely, highly popular topics get expanded with more detailed information.
You can opt out of Google Analytics through browser extensions or privacy-focused browsers like Brave. This won't affect site functionality beyond disabling analytics tracking. Many privacy-conscious users block analytics cookies, and the site works fine without them.
When you click affiliate links to casinos, tracking cookies identify that you came from our site. This allows casino operators to attribute any signups to us for commission purposes. These cookies persist for varying durations depending on the affiliate program - typically 30 to 90 days.
The casino operators control these cookies, not us. Their privacy policies govern how this tracking data gets used. Some casinos might use the information for their own marketing purposes beyond just affiliate attribution. We can't control their practices once you've left our website.
Modern browsers let you control cookie behavior through settings menus. You can block all cookies, block only third-party cookies, or clear cookies periodically. Blocking all cookies will likely break some site functionality, particularly the age verification system that prevents repeated prompts.
Browser settings typically offer granular control over which sites can set cookies. You could allow our essential cookies while blocking analytics if you want basic functionality without tracking. Different browsers put these controls in different locations - usually under Privacy or Security settings.
Private browsing modes automatically delete cookies when you close the browser window. This provides a middle ground if you want cookies during your session but don't want them persisting afterward. You'll need to confirm your age each time you visit in private mode.
Some browsers send "Do Not Track" signals requesting that websites not track user behavior. There's no legal requirement to honor these signals in the UK, and no industry standard for how to implement them. Currently, this website doesn't specifically respond to Do Not Track requests beyond the normal privacy measures described here.
If comprehensive tracking prevention matters to you, browser-level controls work better than relying on Do Not Track compliance. Privacy-focused browsers like Firefox with Enhanced Tracking Protection or Brave with built-in ad blocking provide stronger privacy guarantees than hoping websites honor Do Not Track signals.
We might add or remove cookies as the website evolves or if we integrate new services. Significant changes would be reflected in updates to this policy. Adding new advertising networks or analytics providers would constitute a significant change warranting an updated policy.
Third-party services we use might update their own cookie practices independently of our actions. Google occasionally changes how Analytics works, for example. We try to stay informed about changes to third-party tools we've integrated, but can't guarantee perfect awareness of every modification they make.
Current cookies used on this website include age verification storage remembering your 18+ confirmation, Google Analytics cookies tracking site usage and visitor behavior, and affiliate attribution cookies set when clicking casino links. The specific cookie names and durations vary by service but generally include analytics identifiers and affiliate session tokens.
This list represents our current cookie usage as of January 2025. New cookies might be added as we integrate additional services or functionality. Removed cookies might disappear if we discontinue certain services or find alternative technical approaches.
Last updated: January 2025
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