Cookies Policy

Cookies are small text files that a website places on your computer, tablet, mobile phone or another device when you visit. They allow the website to recognise a device and remember certain information about a visit. Cookies can help a website work correctly, improve ease of use, support security and provide information about how the website is used.

Some cookies are placed directly by Winshark Casino. Other cookies may be placed by service providers or technology partners that help operate, protect, analyse or improve the website. These third parties may process information collected through cookies in accordance with their own privacy notices and contractual arrangements.

Cookies may be session cookies or persistent cookies. Session cookies are generally deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period or until you delete them. The length of time a cookie remains active can vary according to its purpose, your browser settings and the relevant service.

The website may also use technologies that perform a similar function to cookies, including pixels, tags, local storage and device-related identifiers. In this policy, we refer to these technologies together as cookies unless a distinction is required.

Information cookies may collect

Depending on their purpose, cookies may collect information such as your device type, browser type, operating system, language preference, approximate location, pages visited, links selected, session dates and times, referring website and interactions with website features. Cookies do not normally contain your name or other information that directly identifies you. However, information collected through cookies may be linked with account, device or usage information where this is necessary for a stated purpose.

Winshark Casino may use cookies for several purposes. The specific cookies used may change as the website, services and technical requirements develop. Cookies are generally grouped into the following categories.

Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are needed for core website functions and cannot usually be disabled through the website’s cookie controls. They may support account access, session management, navigation, authentication, fraud prevention, security, responsible gambling tools and the delivery of requested services. Without these cookies, parts of the website may not function properly or may not be available.

Functional cookies

Functional cookies help remember choices and preferences so that the website can provide a more convenient experience. They may remember selected language, display preferences, region-related settings or other options that you choose. If you reject these cookies, some preferences may not be retained and you may need to set them again during future visits.

Analytics and performance cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use the website. They may show which pages are visited, how users move through the website, whether a page loads correctly and where improvements may be useful. This information is generally used in aggregated or statistical form to assess performance, identify technical issues and improve content, navigation and functionality.

Security and integrity cookies

Security-related cookies and similar technologies may help detect unusual activity, protect accounts, prevent abuse, support identity and age checks, and maintain the integrity of online gambling services. They may also assist with investigating suspected fraudulent, illegal or prohibited activity. These technologies are used to help protect players, the website and the wider platform.

Preference and service cookies

Some cookies support specific features or services that you request. For example, they may help maintain a connection during a session, remember a selected game or assist with communication preferences. The use of these cookies is intended to deliver the requested service and improve the reliability of the website.

Marketing and advertising cookies

Where used and permitted, marketing cookies may help measure campaigns, limit the frequency of advertisements, understand whether content is relevant and record interactions with promotional communications. Winshark Casino does not use cookies to override your responsible gambling choices or to avoid safeguards. Marketing activities remain subject to applicable laws, regulatory requirements and the terms of any relevant service.

Where the website provides a cookie banner, preference centre or similar tool, you can use it to accept or decline optional categories of cookies. Your choices may be stored so that they can be applied during later visits. If you delete your cookies, change device or use a different browser, you may be asked to make your choices again.

You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to view stored cookies, delete existing cookies, block some or all cookies, or receive a warning before a cookie is stored. Instructions differ between browsers and devices, so you should consult the help information provided by the browser manufacturer.

Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect the operation of the website. You may be unable to log in, maintain a secure session, save preferences or use certain features. Disabling optional cookies may also reduce the relevance of content or limit our ability to understand website performance. Strictly necessary cookies may continue to operate where they are required to provide a service you have requested or to meet security obligations.

Some devices offer additional privacy controls, such as restrictions on tracking or advertising identifiers. These controls may affect how certain services work and may not prevent all forms of technical data collection. You should review the privacy settings available on each device or browser you use to access the website.

• Accept optional cookies through the website’s cookie settings where available.
• Decline optional cookies through the same settings.
• Delete cookies already stored on your device using your browser controls.
• Block cookies or limit tracking through your browser or device privacy settings.
• Use a separate browser or device profile if you want different settings for different websites.

Cookie choices are separate from account, marketing and responsible gambling preferences. For example, opting out of marketing cookies may not automatically unsubscribe you from communications that are sent using another lawful method. You should use the relevant account or communication controls for those preferences.

Third-party providers may use cookies or similar technologies to provide services on our behalf, such as hosting, security, analytics, customer support, payment-related functionality or technical monitoring. We expect service providers to handle information in accordance with applicable requirements and to use it only for authorised purposes. Third-party websites, services and content may also have their own cookie policies, which you should review separately.

Cookies may involve the collection or handling of information outside Australia where this is necessary for a service provider or technology platform to operate. Any such handling will be managed in line with applicable privacy obligations and our Privacy Policy. The availability and operation of particular cookies may vary depending on your location, device, browser and the services you use.

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes to the website, technologies, services, legal requirements or business practices. When changes are made, the updated version will be published on this page with a revised effective date where appropriate. You should check this page periodically so that you remain informed about how cookies are used.

This Cookies Policy does not change any rights or obligations set out in the Privacy Policy, website terms, account rules or responsible gambling information. If there is an inconsistency between this policy and a specific legal notice, the applicable notice will apply to the relevant matter.

If you have a question about cookies, privacy or the way information is handled, please use the available support or contact options shown on the Winshark Casino website. Do not include sensitive account, payment or identity information unless it is specifically requested through a secure channel. We may need to verify your identity before responding to certain privacy requests.

By using the website after reviewing this policy, you understand that cookies and similar technologies may be used for the purposes described above. Your browser, device and cookie settings remain available to help you manage optional cookies and control your online privacy.