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BitcoinCasinosAU ("we", "us", or "our") operates the website bitcoincasinosau.com (the "Site"). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we use, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. By continuing to browse or use our Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function correctly, work more efficiently, and provide information to website operators. Cookies allow a website to recognise your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferred language, login status, or display settings.
Cookies are stored in your web browser and can be read by the website that created them when you return. Some cookies are deleted when you close your browser (session cookies), while others remain on your device for a set period of time or until you manually delete them (persistent cookies).
Cookies are not programs and cannot install malware, viruses, or any other harmful software on your device. They are simply small data files used to improve your browsing experience and help website operators understand how their site is being used.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies on our Site for a variety of purposes. The cookies we use fall into the following categories:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our Site. They enable core functionality such as session management, remembering your preferences within a single browsing session, and ensuring the security of your connection. Without these cookies, the Site cannot function properly. Essential cookies do not collect personal information and cannot be disabled without affecting the usability of the Site.
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies, primarily through Google Analytics, to collect information about how visitors interact with our Site. These cookies help us understand which pages receive the most traffic, how users navigate through the Site, how long they spend on individual pages, and where they arrive from. All data collected by analytics cookies is aggregated and anonymised. This information helps us improve the structure, content, and performance of the Site. Analytics cookies do not identify you personally.
Functional Cookies
Functional cookies allow the Site to remember choices you make, such as your preferred language, display settings, or region. These cookies enhance your experience by providing personalised features and preventing you from having to re-enter preferences each time you visit. Functional cookies do not track your browsing activity across other websites.
Advertising and Affiliate Cookies
When you click an affiliate link on our Site to visit an online casino or related service, our affiliate partners may place cookies on your device. These cookies track the fact that your visit to the partner site originated from our referral and are used to measure conversions and calculate commissions owed to us. Affiliate cookies do not give us access to any personal information held by the partner site. These cookies typically have a lifespan of 30 to 90 days, depending on the affiliate programme.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
The following table provides specific details about the cookies used on our Site:
| Cookie Name/Type | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number as a client identifier. Used to calculate visitor, session, and campaign data for site analytics reports. | 2 years | Analytics | |
| _gid | Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited. Used by Google Analytics to calculate pageviews, sessions, and other engagement metrics. | 24 hours | Analytics | |
| Affiliate tracking | Various casino partners | Tracks referrals from our Site to casino partner websites. Records that a click originated from BitcoinCasinosAU for commission attribution purposes. | 30–90 days | Advertising |
| Session cookie | BitcoinCasinosAU | Manages your active browsing session. Maintains state as you navigate between pages on the Site. | Session (deleted when browser closes) | Essential |
| Preference cookie | BitcoinCasinosAU | Stores your display settings and preferences, such as language selection and layout choices, so they persist between visits. | 1 year | Functional |
This table is reviewed and updated periodically. If we introduce new cookies, we will update this policy accordingly.
4. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to the cookies we set directly, third parties may also place cookies on your device when you interact with our Site. We do not control these third-party cookies, and their use is governed by the respective third party's own cookie and privacy policies.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to help us understand how visitors use our Site. Google Analytics sets cookies (including _ga and _gid) that collect information about your browsing behaviour in an anonymised form. This data is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers that may be located outside Australia, including in the United States. Google uses this information to compile reports on website activity and provide other services related to website usage and internet activity. For more information about how Google handles your data, visit Google's Privacy Policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Casino Affiliate Partners
When you click an affiliate link on our Site that directs you to an online casino or related service, the destination website or its affiliate tracking platform may set cookies on your device. These cookies are used to attribute your visit to our referral and to track whether you subsequently register, deposit, or take other actions at the casino. We do not have access to the data collected by these third-party cookies. Each casino partner has its own privacy and cookie policies, and we encourage you to review them before engaging with their platforms.
5. Managing Your Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Below are instructions for the most commonly used browsers:
Google Chrome
Open Chrome and click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner. Go to Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data. From here, you can block third-party cookies, block all cookies, or clear existing cookies. You can also add specific sites to an allow or block list. For detailed instructions, visit Chrome's cookie support page.
Safari
Open Safari and go to Safari > Settings (or Preferences) > Privacy. You can select "Prevent cross-site tracking" to block third-party cookies, or "Block all cookies" to prevent all cookie storage. On iOS, go to Settings > Safari and toggle the cookie options under the Privacy & Security section. For detailed instructions, visit Apple's Safari cookie support page.
Mozilla Firefox
Open Firefox and click the three-line menu in the top-right corner. Go to Settings > Privacy & Security. Under the "Enhanced Tracking Protection" section, you can choose Standard, Strict, or Custom protection levels. The Custom option lets you specifically control cookie behaviour, including blocking third-party cookies or all cookies. For detailed instructions, visit Firefox's cookie support page.
Microsoft Edge
Open Edge and click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner. Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies and site data. You can block third-party cookies, block all cookies, or clear existing cookies. For detailed instructions, visit Edge's cookie support page.
Please note: Disabling or blocking certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Site. Essential cookies are required for the Site to operate correctly, and blocking them may prevent certain features from working as intended. If you block analytics or functional cookies, we may not be able to personalise your experience or understand how to improve our Site.
6. Your Rights Under Australian Privacy Law
While Australia does not have a standalone cookie law equivalent to the EU's ePrivacy Directive, the use of cookies falls under the broader framework of the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
The APPs regulate how organisations collect, use, store, and disclose personal information. Where cookies collect information that could reasonably be used to identify an individual, that information is considered personal information under the Act. In such cases, the following principles apply:
- APP 1 (Open and transparent management): We are required to have a clearly expressed and up-to-date privacy policy that explains how we manage personal information, including through cookies. This Cookie Policy and our Privacy Policy fulfil this obligation.
- APP 3 (Collection of solicited personal information): We may only collect personal information that is reasonably necessary for our functions and activities. The cookies we use are limited to those necessary for site operation, analytics, and affiliate tracking.
- APP 5 (Notification of collection): We are required to take reasonable steps to notify you of the collection of your personal information. This Cookie Policy serves as that notification.
- APP 6 (Use or disclosure): Personal information collected through cookies is only used for the purpose for which it was collected, as described in this policy.
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has published guidance noting that organisations should be transparent about their use of cookies and provide users with meaningful choices about cookie collection. We endeavour to comply with this guidance and the APPs in all respects.
If you believe that we have breached the Australian Privacy Principles in relation to our use of cookies, you have the right to lodge a complaint with us. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may escalate the matter to the OAIC at oaic.gov.au.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in technology, or updates to applicable laws and regulations. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. If we make material changes that significantly alter how cookies are used on our Site, we will make reasonable efforts to notify you, such as by posting a prominent notice on the Site.
Your continued use of the Site after any changes to this Cookie Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please do not hesitate to get in touch. You can reach us through our Contact page or by the following means:
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: bitcoincasinosau.com/contact
We aim to respond to all cookie-related enquiries within 30 days. If your enquiry relates to the handling of personal information collected through cookies, you may also wish to review our Privacy Policy for additional information about your rights and our data practices.