This page explains what cookies bestonlinepokies.it.com uses, why we use them, and how you can control them. Short version: we use a small number of cookies to keep the site working and to understand how people use it. We do not use cookies to identify you personally or to serve ads.
1. What Cookies Are
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember things like your preferences and how you interact with it. Some expire when you close the browser (session cookies), others stick around for a set period (persistent cookies).
2. Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These are needed for the site to work properly. We use a PHP session cookie (PHPSESSID) that expires when you close your browser. Without it, page navigation would break. There is no way to opt out of this one - it does not track you and stores no personal data.
Analytics Cookies
Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat): These track how visitors use the site in aggregate - which pages get views, how long people stay, what country they are in. IP anonymisation is turned on, meaning Google does not see your full IP address. Retention: 14 months. You can opt out with the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
Microsoft Clarity (_clck, _clsk, CLID): Records heatmaps and anonymised session replays so we can see where people click and scroll. No personal identifiers are captured. Retention: 12 months.
Affiliate Cookies
When you click a "Play Now", "Claim" or similar button that takes you to a casino, the casino's affiliate tracking system may set a cookie on your device. This cookie tells the casino that you came from our site so that we receive the referral commission. We do not control these cookies - they are set by the casino operator. Duration is typically 30 to 90 days depending on the operator.
3. Third-Party Cookies
The only third-party cookies on this site come from Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity, and casino affiliate tracking systems. We do not run display advertising, social media tracking pixels, or any other third-party scripts that set cookies.
4. How to Control Cookies
You can manage cookies through your browser settings:
Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
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Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Blocking all cookies will not break the site, but analytics will not record your visit and affiliate links may not track correctly.
5. Changes
If we add new cookies or change how existing ones work, we will update this page with the new effective date. For privacy-related questions, see our Privacy Policy or contact us.