Last updated: 3 April 2026

What Are Cookies?

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Cookies can be "persistent" (they remain on your device until they expire or are deleted) or "session" cookies (they are deleted when you close your browser). Cookies may be set by the website you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by third-party services that the website uses ("third-party cookies").

How We Use Cookies

TrustedCasinoGuide.co.uk uses cookies for the following purposes:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of our website. They enable core features such as page navigation, security and accessibility. The website cannot function properly without these cookies, and they cannot be switched off.

Cookie Purpose Duration
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PHPSESSID Maintains your session state as you navigate the website Session

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information about pages visited, time spent on the site, referral sources and navigation patterns. All data collected by analytics cookies is aggregated and anonymous. We use this information to improve our website and content.

Cookie Purpose Duration
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_ga_* Google Analytics — maintains session state 2 years
_gid Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics — throttles request rate 1 minute

Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred settings or display preferences) and provide enhanced, more personalised features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have integrated into our pages.

Cookie Purpose Duration
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Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that we use. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review:

  • Google Analytics — We use Google Analytics to analyse website traffic and usage. Google's privacy policy is available at policies.google.com/privacy.
  • Google Fonts — We may load fonts from Google's servers, which may result in Google setting cookies. Google's privacy policy applies.

When you click on affiliate links to third-party casino operators, those operators may set their own cookies on your device. We have no control over these cookies and they are governed by the operator's own cookie and privacy policies.

Managing Your Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:

Browser Settings

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The method for managing cookies varies between browsers. You can find instructions for your browser by visiting its help pages or the following resources:

Google Analytics Opt-Out

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Please note: Blocking or deleting certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Essential cookies are required for the site to work correctly, and disabling them may prevent you from using some features.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this cookie policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in technology or for other operational, legal or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.

We encourage you to review this cookie policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

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For further information about cookies and how to manage them, you can also visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

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