Cookies Policy
Last Updated: 21 August 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners about how their site is being used.
Cookies contain information about your use of our website, but they do not identify you personally. They help us remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.
2. How We Use Cookies
Top Online Casinos UK uses cookies for several purposes:
- Essential Functionality: To ensure our website works properly and securely
- Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website and improve user experience
- Personalization: To remember your preferences and provide relevant content
- Marketing: To track affiliate referrals and measure advertising effectiveness
- Security: To protect against fraud and maintain website security
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be switched off in our systems.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your session across page visits | Session |
| security_token | Protects against cross-site request forgery | Session |
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
3.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - property-specific tracking | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
3.3 Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your visit to our website and the links you follow to partner casino sites.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| affiliate_id | Tracks referrals to partner casinos | 30 days |
| utm_source | Tracks marketing campaign performance | 6 months |
| conversion_pixel | Measures marketing effectiveness | 30 days |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Our website may also use third-party cookies from our partners and service providers:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google may use this data for their own purposes. Learn more about Google's privacy policy at policies.google.com/privacy
Casino Partner Cookies
When you visit partner casino websites through our links, they may set their own cookies. Each casino has its own cookie policy, which you should review before using their services.
Social Media Plugins
Our website may include social media buttons and plugins that can set cookies. These are controlled by the respective social media companies.
5. Cookie Consent
We obtain your consent for non-essential cookies when you first visit our website. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences
- Change your preferences at any time
6. How to Manage Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
6.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. Here are instructions for popular browsers:
Google Chrome:
Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox:
Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari:
Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Microsoft Edge:
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
6.2 Opt-Out Tools
- Google Analytics: Use Google's opt-out browser add-on
- Network Advertising Initiative: Visit optout.networkadvertising.org
- Digital Advertising Alliance: Visit optout.aboutads.info
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, you may experience:
- Reduced website functionality
- Inability to remember your preferences
- Need to re-enter information on each visit
- Less personalized experience
- Some features may not work properly
Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function.
8. Data Protection and Privacy
Our use of cookies is governed by UK data protection law and our Privacy Policy. We ensure that:
- Cookie data is processed lawfully and transparently
- Data is kept secure and protected
- Data is only used for specified purposes
- Data is not kept longer than necessary
- Your rights under UK GDPR are respected
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:
- Our use of cookies
- Legal requirements
- Technology developments
- Best practices
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
10. Contact Us
Questions About Cookies?
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Address: Top Online Casinos UK, [Your Business Address], London, UK
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.