This Cookie Policy explains how BestIrishCasinos.co ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website https://bestirishcasinos.co (the "Site").
This policy outlines what cookies are, which types we use, what information we collect through them, how that information is utilized, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. For additional details about how we handle your personal information, please review our Privacy Policy.
Understanding Cookies
Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit them. These files contain information that helps websites remember your preferences, recognize you on return visits, and understand how you interact with the site.
Cookies serve multiple purposes: they enable core website functionality, help improve your browsing experience, provide analytics about site usage, and facilitate personalized content delivery. Most modern websites rely on cookies to function properly and efficiently.
Beyond traditional cookies, we also utilize similar technologies such as web beacons (tiny graphics embedded in web pages), pixels (small code segments), and local storage objects. Throughout this policy, we refer to all these technologies collectively as "cookies" for simplicity.
Categories of Cookies We Deploy
1. Essential Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are fundamental to our website's operation. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and core features. Without these cookies, our Site cannot function properly.
Examples: Session management, security authentication, load balancing, remembering your cookie consent preferences.
Retention: Session-based (deleted when you close your browser) or up to 12 months for consent preferences.
2. Performance and Analytics Cookies
Purpose: These cookies help us understand how visitors engage with our Site by collecting anonymous information about page views, traffic sources, visitor paths, and time spent on pages. This data allows us to measure and enhance our Site's performance.
Examples: Google Analytics, visitor counting, page load time measurement, bounce rate tracking, popular content identification.
Retention: Typically 1 to 24 months, depending on the specific analytics service.
3. Functional Cookies
Purpose: These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may remember your choices (such as language preferences, region, or display settings) to provide you with a more tailored experience.
Examples: Language selection, regional settings, previously viewed casinos, customized layout preferences.
Retention: Generally 1 to 12 months, or until you clear your cookies.
4. Advertising and Targeting Cookies
Purpose: These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver advertisements relevant to your interests. They also help limit how many times you see the same ad and measure advertising campaign effectiveness. We and our advertising partners use these cookies.
Examples: Ad personalization, retargeting campaigns, conversion tracking, frequency capping, affiliate program tracking.
Retention: Usually 1 to 13 months, varying by advertising partner.
First-Party and Third-Party Cookies
First-Party Cookies: We place these cookies directly on our Site. They help us operate the website, remember your preferences, and analyze your usage patterns. We maintain control over these cookies and the data they collect.
Third-Party Cookies: External service providers and partners place these cookies through our Site. These might include analytics providers (like Google Analytics), advertising networks, social media platforms, and affiliate tracking services. These third parties operate under their own privacy policies, and we recommend reviewing their policies to understand their data practices.
Common third-party cookie providers we work with include:
- Google Analytics – For website analytics and user behavior insights
- Advertising Networks – For delivering relevant advertisements
- Affiliate Platforms – For tracking referrals and conversions
- Social Media Widgets – For social sharing functionality
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for controlling and managing cookies:
Through Our Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our Site, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can accept all cookies, reject optional cookies, or customize your preferences by category. You can update these preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer.
Through Your Browser Settings
Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Here's how to access cookie settings in popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Through Industry Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies through these resources:
Important Note: Blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our Site. Some features may not work properly, and you might need to re-enter information you previously provided. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they're necessary for the Site to function.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals websites you visit that you prefer not to be tracked. Currently, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but you can use the cookie management options described above to control tracking on our Site.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our cookie practices, new technologies, legal requirements, or business operations. When we make changes, we'll update the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies.
If we make significant changes to how we use cookies, we'll provide additional notice through a prominent announcement on our Site or via the cookie consent banner.
Additional Resources
To learn more about cookies and how they work, you can visit these helpful resources:
- All About Cookies – Comprehensive information about cookies
- ICO Cookie Guide – UK Information Commissioner's cookie guidance
Questions About Cookies?
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please don't hesitate to contact us:
Email: privacy@bestirishcasinos.co
Website: https://bestirishcasinos.co