Cookie Policy for isleofmancasinolicense.online (United Kingdom)

This Cookie Policy explains how isleofmancasinolicense.online (we, us, our) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website for visitors and users located in the United Kingdom. It sets out what cookies are, how and why we use them, the legal bases we rely on under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), and how you can manage your preferences at any time. Please read this policy together with our Privacy Notice, which explains how we handle personal data more generally.

By continuing to browse or use our website after seeing our cookie banner, you consent to the use of non-essential cookies as described below, unless and until you adjust your preferences. You can withdraw or modify consent at any time. If you have questions, contact us at [email protected].

What are cookies and how we use them

Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) through your browser. They are widely used to make websites function, to improve user experience, and to provide information to site owners. Cookies can be session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (which remain until they expire or you delete them). They may be set by the website you are visiting (first-party cookies) or by other organisations providing services via that website (third-party cookies).

We use cookies and similar technologies (such as local storage, pixels, and device identifiers) to: operate and secure our website; remember your settings and preferences; understand how our site is used so we can improve performance and content; measure the effectiveness of our pages; and, where permitted, tailor content to your interests. We do not use cookies to create profiles about children, and we do not knowingly collect special categories of personal data via cookies.

Strictly necessary cookies: These are essential to provide core services you request, such as page navigation, load balancing, server security, and access to secure areas. Without them, the site cannot function properly.
Performance and analytics cookies: These help us understand how visitors engage with our website by collecting aggregated information (for example, page views, time on page, and navigation paths). This enables us to diagnose errors, measure performance, and improve usability.
Functional cookies: These remember your choices—such as language, region, or display preferences—so that your experience is more convenient and personalised.
Targeting/advertising cookies: Where enabled by your consent, these may record your visit, the pages you view, and the links you follow, so we can provide content that is more relevant to you. They may also limit how often you see the same message.
Security and anti-fraud cookies: These help protect our website and users by detecting unusual or malicious activity and preventing unauthorised access.
Consent management cookies: These store your choices about cookie categories so we can respect your preferences on subsequent visits.

Some cookies and similar technologies involve the processing of personal data, such as online identifiers, IP addresses, approximate location, or device information. Where this occurs, we apply appropriate safeguards and minimise data collection to what is necessary for the stated purposes.

Legal basis, consent and your choices

Under PECR, we can store or access information on your device only if you have given consent, except for strictly necessary cookies, which we use based on our legitimate interests in operating a secure, functional website (UK GDPR Article 6(1)(f)). For all other cookies (for example, analytics and advertising), we rely on your consent (UK GDPR Article 6(1)(a)). You may refuse or withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.

When you first visit our site, a cookie banner or settings panel will appear. You can accept all non-essential cookies, reject all non-essential cookies, or customise your selections by category. Your preferences will be stored via a consent cookie so they persist between sessions on the same browser and device. You can also change your choices at any time by using the “Manage Cookies” link or control available on our website. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the availability of some features or reduce site performance.

You can also manage cookies at the browser level by blocking, deleting, or restricting them through your browser’s settings. The method varies by browser and device; consult your browser’s help pages. If you use multiple browsers or devices, you will need to set your preferences on each. Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” or “Global Privacy Control” signal; while we aim to respect clear, verifiable opt-out signals for non-essential tracking where feasible, technical limitations and differing standards may affect full implementation. Blocking all cookies may prevent some parts of the site from working as intended.

Cookies we set and retention periods

The specific cookies we use may change over time as we improve our services. The categories and examples below illustrate typical cookies, their purposes, and typical durations. Actual names and durations may vary based on updates to our website and service providers.

session_id (Strictly necessary): Maintains the session state to enable page navigation and core functionality. Expires when the browser session ends.
load_balancer (Strictly necessary): Distributes traffic across servers for reliability and performance. Typically expires at the end of the session.
consent_status (Consent management): Records your cookie choices so we can honour your preferences. Persistent, up to 12–24 months or until you clear cookies.
prefs_language / prefs_region (Functional): Stores your locale or display settings. Persistent, up to 6–12 months or until manually removed.
analytics_id (Performance/analytics): Helps us understand site usage through aggregated metrics (page views, bounce rate). Persistent, commonly 12–24 months; set only with your consent.
ab_test_variant (Performance/analytics): Supports experimentation to measure improvements to content and layout. Persistent, usually 1–6 months; set only with your consent.
security_token (Security): Aids in detection of malicious requests and prevents abuse (e.g., repeated failed requests). Session-based or short-lived persistent (hours to days).
ad_interest_segment (Targeting/advertising): Enables more relevant content or limits repeated messages. Persistent, commonly 1–6 months; set only with your consent.

We retain cookie-derived personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the relevant purpose or meet legal requirements. Persistent cookies expire automatically after their set duration, but you can remove them earlier via your browser. Where we use third-party service providers that place or read cookies, those providers may have their own retention schedules. We strive to work with providers that respect privacy-by-design principles and offer robust controls.

Additional information, liability and changes

Your rights: To the extent we process personal data via cookies, you may have rights under the UK GDPR, including to request access, rectification, erasure, restriction, or to object to processing based on legitimate interests, and to withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time. You may also have the right to data portability where applicable. To exercise these rights or ask questions about this policy, contact [email protected]. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK supervisory authority, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). Our website may include links to other sites; we are not responsible for their cookie practices or content. Use of the website is at your own risk. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim warranties regarding uninterrupted or error-free operation and are not liable for indirect or consequential losses arising from the use or inability to use cookies or our site, except where such exclusion is prohibited by law. You are responsible for safeguarding your devices and maintaining your own cookie and privacy settings.

Updates and contact: We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, regulations, or our practices. When we make material changes, we will post the updated version on this page and adjust the effective date. Continued use of the site after changes take effect means you acknowledge the updated policy. If any provision of this policy is held invalid, the remaining provisions will remain in effect. This policy is governed by the laws of England and Wales, without prejudice to mandatory protections afforded to you under UK law. For any queries, to withdraw consent, or to learn more about how we use cookies and personal data, please email [email protected]. Effective date: the date shown on or near this page.