Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how big-winner.org uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy. By using our site, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy, except where you have chosen to reject non-essential cookies via our cookie banner.
1. 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 to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies can be "first-party" (set by the site you are visiting) or "third-party" (set by another domain, such as an analytics provider). They can also be "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" cookies (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them). Similar technologies include local storage, session storage, and pixel tags, which may be used for similar purposes.
2. Why we use cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes: (a) strictly necessary operation of the site, such as remembering your cookie consent choice and age verification status during your session; (b) security and fraud prevention; (c) remembering your preferences and settings; (d) understanding how visitors use our site so we can improve it; and (e) other lawful purposes as described in this policy. Without certain cookies, some features of the site may not function correctly.
3. Types of cookies we use
Strictly necessary cookies: These are essential for the site to function. They may include cookies that remember that you have accepted or rejected optional cookies, and that you have confirmed you are of legal age to view the site during your current session. These cookies do not require your consent under applicable law but you can block them via your browser settings (note that doing so may affect site functionality).
Preference and functionality cookies: These remember choices you make (such as language or region) to give you a more personalised experience. They are usually first-party cookies.
Analytics and performance cookies: These help us understand how visitors interact with our site by collecting information in an aggregated form (for example, which pages are visited most often, or whether users receive error messages). This helps us improve the site. Where we use such cookies, we ensure that data is anonymised or pseudonymised where possible and that any third-party processors are bound by strict data protection obligations.
4. Cookie consent
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 (for example in a cookie or local storage) so that we can respect it on future visits. You can change your mind at any time by clearing your cookies or local storage for our site and revisiting; the banner will appear again and you can make a new choice. Rejecting non-essential cookies will not prevent the site from working, but some features or preferences may not be remembered.
5. Third-party cookies
We may allow third-party service providers to set cookies on our site for purposes such as analytics or security. These providers have their own privacy and cookie policies. We do not control cookies set by third parties when you visit our site. If we use such services, we will ensure that we have appropriate agreements in place and that we have informed you in this policy to the extent required by law.
6. How long cookies last
Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period (which may be minutes, days, or longer depending on the cookie) or until you delete them manually. The exact duration for each cookie depends on its purpose. For example, a cookie that remembers your consent choice may be set to last for 12 months so that we do not ask you again on every visit.
7. Your choices and browser settings
You can control and manage cookies in several ways. Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies, or to delete existing cookies. You can usually find these options in the "Settings", "Options", or "Preferences" menu of your browser. Blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of our site and other websites you visit. For more information on how to manage cookies in your browser, visit your browser's help section or the manufacturer's website. You can also use browser extensions or tools that block or manage cookies. We do not respond to "Do Not Track" signals in a particular way at this time, but you can use the cookie banner and your browser settings to control cookies as described above.
8. Updates to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies, in technology, or in legal or regulatory requirements. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy, subject to any choices you have made via the cookie banner or your browser.
9. Contact
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at info@big-winner.org. We will respond to your enquiry within a reasonable time.