Cookie Policy

This page explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on upscalegambling.com. We use cookies to provide and improve our site, to remember your preferences, and to understand how visitors use our content. By using our site you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy, except where your consent is required by law and you have not given it.

What are cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, tablet, or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to remember your preferences and choices (such as language or region), and to provide information to the owners of the site about how visitors use it. Cookies can be "first-party" (set by the site you are visiting) or "third-party" (set by a different domain, for example an analytics provider). Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences through their settings; you can typically refuse or delete cookies, though this may affect how the site functions.

In addition to cookies we may use similar technologies such as local storage (for example to store your cookie consent choice or age verification status for the duration of your session). These technologies may store data in your browser rather than in a separate file. When we refer to "cookies" in this policy we include such similar technologies unless we state otherwise.

Types of cookies we use

Essential or strictly necessary cookies: These cookies are necessary for the site to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, confirming that you are 18 or over (for the duration of your session), or logging in. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site may not work as a result.

Functional or preference cookies: These cookies allow the site to remember choices you make (such as whether you accepted or rejected non-essential cookies) and to provide enhanced, more personal features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.

Analytics or performance cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This can include the number of visitors, where they came from, and which pages they visited. We use this information to improve the site. If you do not allow these cookies we will not know when you have visited our site and will not be able to monitor its performance.

We do not use advertising or targeting cookies that track your activity across other websites for marketing purposes. Our site may contain links to third-party operator sites; those sites may set their own cookies when you visit them, and their use of cookies is governed by their own cookie or privacy policies, not by this policy.

How long cookies last

Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They are used for purposes such as remembering that you have confirmed your age during your visit. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. For example we may store your cookie consent preference in a persistent cookie so we do not need to ask you again on every visit. The retention period for each cookie depends on its purpose; we do not retain cookie data longer than necessary.

Your choices

When you first visit our site you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your choice is stored so we can respect it on future visits. You can change your mind at any time by clearing your cookies or adjusting your browser settings; you may need to revisit the site to make a new choice via the banner if we offer that option.

You can also control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers let you refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or block cookies from specific or all sites. The method for doing this varies from browser to browser; please refer to your browser's help function or the manufacturer's website. Blocking all cookies may affect the usability of our site and other websites you visit. Disabling essential cookies may mean that certain features (such as remembering that you have accepted the cookie policy or confirmed your age) do not work.

Third-party cookies

If we use third-party services (for example for analytics or performance monitoring), those providers may set their own cookies when you use our site. We do not control these cookies. We select providers that we believe are reputable and that use data in accordance with their privacy policies. We encourage you to read the privacy and cookie policies of any third-party services we use if you want to understand their practices. You can often opt out of third-party cookies through your browser settings or through the third party's own opt-out mechanism if they offer one.

Updates

We may update this cookie policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, in the cookies we use, or in legal or regulatory guidance. The latest version will always be available on this page and we may indicate the date of the last update. We encourage you to review this page periodically. If we make material changes we may notify you by posting a notice on the site or by other appropriate means. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated cookie policy, subject to any additional consent we are required to obtain by law.

Further information

For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy. If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this cookie policy, please contact us at info@upscalegambling.com.