Cookie Policy
At Stay Casino , we are committed to full transparency regarding how cookies and tracking technologies are used on our platform. Since Stay Casino is an independent informational website, not a gambling operator, our cookie usage is focused solely on analytics, functionality, and user experience — never for behavioural advertising or profiling.
This Cookie Policy explains:
- what cookies we use
- why we use them
- how they affect your privacy
- how you can control or disable them
We follow privacy and cookie standards set by:
- GDPR (EU Regulation 2016/679)
- ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC)
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
- OECD Privacy Guidelines
- ISO/IEC 29184:2020 — Online Privacy Notices & Consent
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember certain information, improve performance, and enhance your experience.
Cookies are not harmful, do not contain viruses, and do not give us access to your personal files.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Stay Casino uses only the types of cookies necessary for operating a modern website safely and efficiently.
2.1. Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies
These cookies are required for:
- website loading
- page navigation
- basic security
- server performance
They cannot be disabled, as the Website cannot function without them.
2.2. Analytics & Performance Cookies
Used to understand:
- how users navigate the site
- which pages are most visited
- how quickly pages load
- potential errors or technical issues
We use privacy-friendly analytics tools that do not collect personally identifiable information.
Examples include:
- Google Analytics (with IP anonymisation)
- Matomo (privacy-focused analytics)
2.3. Functional Cookies
These cookies store user preferences, such as:
- language selection
- region settings
- dark/light mode (if available)
2.4. Security & Anti-Abuse Cookies
Used to:
- detect malicious activity
- protect against bots
- prevent denial-of-service attacks
These cookies help ensure Website stability and safety.
Categories of Cookies Used on This Website
3. Cookies We Do NOT Use
We strictly avoid:
❌ Ad-targeting cookies
❌ Behavioural profiling
❌ Retargeting or remarketing trackers
❌ Third-party advertising cookies
❌ Social media advertising pixels
❌ Gambling promotion pixels
Stay Casino does not participate in behavioural ad ecosystems.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some tools we integrate may set cookies, such as:
- YouTube (embedded videos)
- Cloudflare (security, CDN performance)
- Font providers
- Analytics tools
These services have their own privacy policies, and we recommend reviewing them directly.
5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
Stay Casino uses cookies under the following legal bases:
- Legitimate Interest (GDPR Art. 6(1)(f)) — essential, security, performance cookies
- Consent (GDPR Art. 6(1)(a)) — non-essential cookies, if used
- Compliance with ePrivacy Directive — user consent for non-essential cookies
We follow official guidelines, including:
- GDPR — Article 6
- ePrivacy Directive Articles 5–6
- ISO/IEC 29184 (specific to online notices & consent)
6. How to Manage or Disable Cookies
You can control cookies anytime via:
6.1. Browser Settings
You may block or delete cookies through:
- Chrome → Settings → Privacy → Cookies
- Safari → Preferences → Privacy
- Firefox → Settings → Privacy & Security
- Edge → Settings → Cookies & Permissions
6.2. Private Browsing Mode
Incognito/Private mode prevents long-term cookie storage.
6.3. Opt-Out Tools
Depending on your region, you can use:
- YourAdChoices (US)
- EU Cookie Choices Tool
- Browser add-ons for tracking protection
7. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you block certain cookies:
- some pages may not load correctly
- the Website may become slower
- preferences (language, region) may not be saved
- embedded media (like YouTube) may not display
Essential cookies cannot be disabled without affecting functionality.
8. Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:
- legal changes
- improvements to our technology
- updates to our cookie usage
The latest revision date will always be displayed at the top of the page.
9. Contact Us
For questions about this Cookie Policy or your privacy rights, contact us:
