Winshark Casino Cookies Policy
This Cookies Policy explains how Winshark Casino uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and related services for players in Australia. It describes what these technologies are, why we use them, and the choices you can make to manage them.
Cookies help us deliver core site functions, remember your preferences, understand how the website is used, and support marketing that may be relevant to you. Some cookies are set by Winshark Casino, while others may be set by third parties that provide services we use.
What Cookies Are
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (for example, your computer or mobile phone) when you visit a website. When you return to the site, the cookie can be read by the site or by the service that set it. Cookies are widely used to make websites work, improve efficiency, and provide reporting information.
We also use similar technologies that function like cookies, such as local storage, tags, pixels, and software development kits (SDKs) in certain contexts. For simplicity, this policy refers to all of these as “cookies” unless otherwise stated.
Cookies do not typically identify you by name. They may, however, link your browser or device to an account if you log in, or to other data we hold. Where cookie-related data is treated as personal information, it is handled in line with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection principles.
Types of Cookies
Cookies can be classified in a few ways. Understanding these categories can help you decide what to allow or block:
- Session cookies: temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser or end your session.
- Persistent cookies: cookies that remain on your device for a defined period or until you delete them.
- First-party cookies: set by Winshark Casino’s website domain and used to support our direct functions.
- Third-party cookies: set by domains other than ours, typically to provide analytics, advertising, anti-fraud, customer support, or embedded content.
Not all cookies perform the same function. Some are strictly necessary for the website to operate, while others are optional and are used to enhance the experience, measure performance, or tailor marketing.
Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are required for the website to function reliably and securely. They enable core features such as page navigation, account login, secure areas, and transaction processing. Without these cookies, services you request may not work properly.
Winshark Casino uses essential cookies for purposes such as:
- Maintaining session state so you can move between pages without losing progress.
- Authenticating users, helping prevent unauthorised access, and supporting account security.
- Remembering key choices that are necessary to provide the service (for example, your consent status where applicable).
- Supporting site stability, load balancing, and protection against malicious activity.
Because essential cookies are necessary for the operation of the website, they are generally not optional. If you block them in your browser settings, the website may not work as intended, and some features may become unavailable.
Performance Cookies
Performance cookies help us understand how visitors use the Winshark Casino website. They provide aggregated insights such as which pages are visited most often, how long pages take to load, and whether users encounter errors. This information supports testing, troubleshooting, and improvements to site design and usability.
Typical performance cookie uses include:
- Measuring page performance and identifying bottlenecks or errors.
- Producing statistical reports about site traffic and navigation patterns.
- Evaluating the effectiveness of feature changes and user experience updates.
- Understanding which devices, browsers, or screen sizes are commonly used.
Performance cookies are intended to help us improve the service for all players. Where available, we aim to use data in a way that is proportionate and focused on service quality rather than individual profiling.
Functional Cookies
Functional cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They help the website remember choices you make and provide more consistent experiences. These cookies are not strictly necessary for basic operation, but they can make the site more convenient and tailored to your preferences.
Winshark Casino may use functional cookies to:
- Remember your preferences, such as language selections, display settings, or interface choices.
- Keep you signed in for a reasonable period (where selected), reducing repeated login prompts.
- Support customer-facing features such as chat tools, form prefill, or preference saving.
- Store responsible play interface preferences, where this supports your chosen settings.
If you disable functional cookies, you can still use the website, but some settings may revert to default each time you visit, and certain convenience features may not work correctly.
Marketing Cookies
Marketing cookies are used to deliver and measure promotional content. They may help limit how often you see an advertisement, measure the effectiveness of campaigns, and display content that is more relevant to your interests. These cookies may be set by Winshark Casino and/or by third-party advertising or social media platforms.
Marketing cookies may be used for activities such as:
- Measuring conversions and understanding whether advertising leads to visits or registrations.
- Supporting retargeting, which means showing ads to people who previously visited the website.
- Building audiences or segments based on browsing behaviour for advertising delivery.
- Assessing which channels and campaigns provide value, so we can improve relevance and reduce unnecessary advertising.
Marketing cookies can involve third parties and may link your browsing activity across different websites. Whether these cookies are placed can depend on your device settings and the choices you make in any cookie preference tools we offer.
Managing Cookies
You can manage cookies in several ways. The best option depends on whether you want to block all cookies, block only certain types, or clear existing cookies from your device.
Browser and device settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can usually:
- Delete all cookies or cookies from specific sites.
- Block third-party cookies.
- Block cookies entirely (not recommended if you want full site functionality).
- Set your browser to notify you when cookies are being set.
Instructions vary by browser. You can refer to your browser’s support pages for guidance, such as:
- Google Chrome cookie settings
- Mozilla Firefox cookie settings
- Apple Safari cookie settings
- Microsoft Edge cookie settings
Cookie preference tools
If Winshark Casino provides a cookie banner or preference centre, you can use it to choose which non-essential cookie categories you accept. Your choices are typically saved using a cookie or similar mechanism so the website can remember your preference.
Advertising and marketing choices
In addition to cookie controls, some advertising providers offer mechanisms to manage interest-based advertising. Opt-out tools may reduce targeted ads, but they may not stop all advertising and may not prevent all data collection. Where you use multiple browsers or devices, you may need to set preferences on each one.
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect the performance of the website and could limit access to features such as account login, payments, responsible gaming tools, and preference saving.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on the Winshark Casino website may be set by third parties that provide services on our behalf or that integrate with our website. These cookies may be used for analytics, advertising delivery, security, customer support tools, payment support, or embedded content. Third-party providers operate under their own privacy and cookie policies.
Examples of scenarios where third-party cookies may be used include:
- Analytics services that help us understand traffic and user interactions.
- Advertising technology that measures campaign performance and limits repeated ads.
- Security and anti-fraud tools that help detect suspicious activity and protect accounts.
- Customer support features such as live chat or ticketing widgets, where enabled.
We aim to use third-party services that are appropriate for an online casino environment and to configure them in a way that supports security and player experience. However, we do not control third-party cookies directly. If you would like to manage these cookies, you can do so through your browser settings and, where available, any cookie preference tools on our website.
Policy Updates
Winshark Casino may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, our website features, or how cookies are used. When we make material changes, we will take reasonable steps to provide notice, which may include updating on-site notices or adjusting cookie preference prompts.
The latest version of this policy applies from the time it is published on the website. We encourage you to review it periodically so you understand how cookies and similar technologies are used when you play and browse.
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