Cookies Policy

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files or similar data files that may be stored on your computer, tablet, mobile phone or another device when you visit a website. They allow a website to recognise a device, remember selected information and support a more consistent browsing experience. A cookie does not usually identify you by name on its own. However, information collected through cookies may sometimes be combined with other information that relates to you.

The Pokies Net Casino may also use technologies that perform a similar function to cookies. These can include pixels, tags, software development kits, local storage and related tracking technologies. In this policy, we use the word cookies to refer to cookies and similar technologies unless a different meaning is clear from the context.

Cookies can be session cookies or persistent cookies. Session cookies are generally removed when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a period of time or until you delete them. The length of time a cookie remains active can vary depending on its purpose, your browser settings and the settings applied by the relevant service provider.

Some cookies may be placed by us, while others may be placed by third parties whose services appear on, support or interact with our website. Third-party cookies are controlled by the relevant third party, and their use may be subject to that party's own privacy information.

How we use cookies

Cookies may be used for several purposes. The particular cookies used on the website may change over time as website features, security requirements, technology and legal obligations develop. We aim to use cookies in a way that supports the operation of the website and provides information about how it is used.

Essential cookies

Essential cookies are needed for core website functions. They may help with account access, security controls, session management, navigation, load balancing and the delivery of pages or services you request. Without these cookies, parts of the website may not work correctly or may be less secure. Because they support requested functionality, essential cookies may remain active even when optional cookies are declined.

Preference and functionality cookies

Preference cookies help remember choices you make while using the website. For example, they may support language, display, region, accessibility or other interface preferences where those features are available. Functionality cookies can make repeat visits more convenient by reducing the need to enter the same preferences again.

Analytics and performance cookies

Analytics cookies may collect information about how visitors use the website, such as which pages are viewed, how visitors move between pages, whether content loads correctly and whether technical errors occur. This information may be used in an aggregated or otherwise controlled form to understand website performance, identify improvements and monitor the reliability of our services. Analytics information is intended to help us understand website use rather than to identify a visitor directly.

Security and fraud prevention technologies

Cookies and related technologies may help protect the website, accounts and services from unauthorised activity, automated abuse, suspicious behaviour and other security risks. They may assist with detecting unusual access patterns, maintaining secure sessions and supporting checks that are designed to protect players and the website.

Marketing and advertising cookies

Where used and permitted, marketing cookies may help measure the effectiveness of communications or advertising, limit repeated advertisements and understand how visitors interact with promotional content. These technologies may allow us or relevant service providers to associate activity across websites or services. Optional marketing cookies will be used in accordance with the choices available to you and applicable privacy requirements.

Information collected through cookies

Depending on the technology and how it is configured, cookies may collect information such as your device type, browser type, operating system, approximate location, IP address, language settings, pages viewed, links selected, access times, referring website and general interaction information. They may also record whether a cookie preference has been selected or whether a particular website function has been used.

We use this information for purposes such as providing requested website functions, maintaining security, remembering preferences, understanding website performance, improving content and services, and meeting applicable legal or operational requirements. We do not use this policy to state that every type of cookie will be used at all times. The technologies active on the website may depend on the page visited, the features available, your device and your privacy choices.

Information obtained through cookies may be combined with other information where reasonably necessary for the purposes described in our Privacy Policy. This may include information connected with an account or interaction with the website. We take reasonable steps to handle personal information in accordance with applicable privacy obligations and our internal security practices.

Some services supporting the website may process information outside Australia. Where information is disclosed to service providers or transferred across borders, the handling of that information is addressed in our Privacy Policy and is subject to applicable privacy requirements. Third-party providers may also have separate policies explaining their own data practices.

Your cookie choices

When you first visit the website, you may be shown a cookie notice or preference tool. This tool may allow you to accept optional cookies, decline optional cookies or choose between different categories. Your choices may be stored in a cookie so that the preference tool does not ask you again each time you visit. If you clear your browser data, use a different browser or change devices, you may need to set your preferences again.

You can also manage cookies through your browser or device settings. Most browsers allow you to view, delete, block or restrict cookies. You may be able to configure your browser to notify you when a cookie is being placed or to reject certain categories automatically. Information about these controls is generally available in your browser's help menu or through the support information provided by the browser developer.

• Accept or reject optional cookies through any cookie preference tool made available on the website.
• Delete existing cookies from your browser or device settings.
• Block cookies by changing your browser or device privacy controls.
• Use available controls for advertising or analytics preferences where those controls are provided by the relevant service.
• Contact us through the available website channel if you have a question about cookie choices or privacy.

Blocking or deleting cookies may affect the way the website operates. Essential services may not function properly, account or session information may not be retained, preferences may need to be selected again and some pages or features may be unavailable. Declining optional cookies should not necessarily prevent access to all website content, but the effect can vary depending on the category and the function involved.

Browser-based signals, including some forms of do-not-track settings, may not be interpreted consistently by all websites or services. Where the website provides a dedicated preference option, that option is generally the most direct way to manage the categories of cookies described in this policy.

Third-party services and external websites

The website may use third-party providers for functions such as website analytics, security, hosting, technical support, content delivery, payment-related services or communications. These providers may use cookies or similar technologies to provide their services, measure performance or protect their systems. The information collected by a third party is handled under that provider's terms and privacy information, as well as any instructions or restrictions that apply to its services.

The website may include links to external websites, platforms or services that are not controlled by The Pokies Net Casino. If you follow an external link, the external operator may use its own cookies and tracking technologies. We recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie information on any external website before providing information or continuing to use that service.

A link to another website or the use of a third-party service does not mean that we endorse every privacy practice of that provider. We are not responsible for the content, security or cookie practices of external websites that we do not operate. Any information you provide directly to an external provider is subject to the arrangements between you and that provider.

Updates and questions

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes to the website, the technologies we use, our service providers, privacy practices or applicable legal requirements. When changes are made, the updated version will be published on this page with a revised effective date where appropriate. You should review this page periodically so you remain aware of how cookies and similar technologies may be used.

If a change requires a new or renewed choice, a cookie notice or preference tool may be displayed when you next visit the website. Your continued use of the website after an updated policy is published may be subject to the updated information, but any consent that is required will be requested in the manner required by applicable law.

If you have a question about this Cookies Policy, want more information about a cookie category or need help understanding your available choices, please use the contact or support channel made available through the website. We will handle privacy enquiries in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable Australian privacy requirements.

This policy provides general information about cookies and similar technologies. It does not replace the Privacy Policy, website terms or any specific notice presented when you use a particular feature or service.