Cookie Policy
Effective Date: April 12, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how BestRatingCasino.com uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit or interact with our website. It complements our Privacy Policy and helps you understand what data is collected through cookies, why it’s collected, and how you can manage your preferences.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help improve your browsing experience by remembering preferences, recognizing repeat visits, and providing relevant content.
Cookies may be:
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Session cookies – temporary and deleted when you close your browser.
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Persistent cookies – remain on your device until manually deleted or expired.
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First-party cookies – set by BestRatingCasino.com.
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Third-party cookies – set by services integrated into our site (e.g., analytics or affiliate tracking).
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
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Enhance site performance and ensure core features function properly.
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Analyze traffic and user behavior through services like Google Analytics, helping us understand what content is most useful.
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Support affiliate partnerships by tracking referral activity through trusted platforms.
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Improve user experience by remembering settings or previously viewed pages.
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Deliver relevant content and tailor messaging where appropriate (e.g., responsible gambling banners).
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
Essential for the website to function. These include basic session and security cookies. They cannot be disabled through our settings.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
Used to measure how visitors interact with the site. This data is anonymized and helps us improve usability and content effectiveness.
Functionality Cookies
Help remember user preferences (e.g., language or region selection). These cookies enhance the browsing experience but are optional.
Affiliate and Tracking Cookies
Enable us to track when a user clicks a referral link to a third-party gambling operator. These cookies are used solely for commission attribution and do not contain personally identifiable information.
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control or disable cookies at any time by adjusting your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
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View which cookies are stored on your device
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Delete cookies individually or all at once
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Block specific types of cookies
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Set preferences for future sessions
Note: Disabling cookies may impact the functionality of some parts of the site.
For more information on how to manage cookies, visit:
5. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services that also place cookies, such as:
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Google Analytics – to collect aggregated usage statistics
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Affiliate platforms – to record referral activity and validate commissions
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Embedded tools (e.g., YouTube or social media widgets) – which may set their own cookies
These providers have their own cookie and privacy policies, and we recommend reviewing them directly.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or how we use cookies. The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please visit our Contact Us page for assistance.