Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how this independent informational website may use cookies and similar technologies when users visit pages about Parimatch, sports betting, bonuses, payments, mobile betting, licensing, responsible gambling, and related topics.
This website is not Parimatch, is not a gambling operator, does not accept bets, does not process deposits or withdrawals, and does not manage player accounts.
Cookies may be used to make the website work properly, understand traffic, improve content, measure affiliate referrals, protect the site from abuse, and remember user preferences.
By continuing to use this website, users agree that cookies may be used as described in this policy, subject to browser settings and any cookie consent tools available on the site.
Quick Summary
| Topic | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Website role | Independent informational website |
| Gambling services | Not provided by this website |
| Cookies | Small files stored on user devices |
| Essential cookies | Needed for basic site function |
| Analytics cookies | Help measure traffic and page performance |
| Affiliate cookies | May track referral clicks to partners |
| Advertising cookies | May measure or personalise ads if used |
| User control | Cookies can be managed through browser settings |
| External sites | Their own cookie policies apply |
| Sensitive data | Cookies do not let this website manage betting accounts |
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on a user’s browser, computer, phone, or tablet when visiting a website.
Cookies can help websites:
- load pages correctly;
- remember settings;
- understand user behaviour;
- measure traffic;
- detect suspicious activity;
- attribute affiliate referrals;
- improve content and navigation.
| Cookie Feature | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Stored in browser | Cookies are saved on the user’s device |
| Limited data | Usually contain identifiers or preferences |
| Expiry time | Some expire quickly; others last longer |
| First-party cookies | Set by this website |
| Third-party cookies | Set by external services |
| User control | Can be blocked or deleted in browser settings |
Cookies are common across most websites.
Types of Cookies We May Use
This website may use different types of cookies depending on the features, analytics tools, affiliate systems, or advertising services active on the site.
| Cookie Type | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Essential cookies | Allow the website to function properly |
| Preference cookies | Remember settings or choices |
| Analytics cookies | Measure visits, clicks, and content performance |
| Affiliate cookies | Track referral clicks and qualifying actions |
| Advertising cookies | Measure or personalise advertising if used |
| Security cookies | Help detect spam, bots, or abusive behaviour |
| Performance cookies | Help identify loading issues or technical errors |
Not all cookie types may be active at all times.
Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are used for basic website operation. Without them, some parts of the website may not function correctly.
Essential cookies may support:
- page loading;
- session management;
- security checks;
- contact form protection;
- cookie consent storage;
- spam prevention;
- basic navigation.
| Essential Cookie Use | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Security | Helps protect against abuse |
| Session function | Keeps site features working |
| Consent memory | Remembers cookie choices |
| Form protection | Reduces spam submissions |
| Technical stability | Helps pages load correctly |
Essential cookies are generally not used for advertising.
Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use the website.
They may collect information such as:
- pages visited;
- time on page;
- clicks;
- scroll depth;
- referral source;
- browser type;
- device type;
- approximate location;
- returning or new visitor status.
| Analytics Data | Why It Is Useful |
|---|---|
| Page views | Shows which content users read |
| Time on page | Helps evaluate content usefulness |
| Clicks | Improves navigation and internal links |
| Device type | Helps improve mobile experience |
| Traffic source | Shows how users find the site |
| Approximate location | Helps understand regional audience |
Analytics data is usually aggregated and used to improve the website.
Affiliate Tracking Cookies
This website may use affiliate links or commercial referral links. If a user clicks one of these links, cookies or tracking identifiers may be used to attribute the referral.
Affiliate cookies may record:
- which link was clicked;
- the time of the click;
- the referring page;
- a referral ID;
- whether a qualifying action occurred on an external site.
| Affiliate Tracking Item | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Referral ID | Identifies this website as traffic source |
| Click timestamp | Records when the link was clicked |
| Landing page | Shows which page generated the click |
| Conversion tracking | May confirm a qualifying action |
| Cookie duration | Determines attribution window |
Affiliate tracking does not mean this website controls the external gambling operator, user account, deposits, withdrawals, or betting activity.
External operators and affiliate platforms may use their own cookies and privacy policies.
Advertising Cookies
If advertising tools are used, advertising cookies may help measure or personalise ads.
Advertising cookies may be used to:
- measure ad performance;
- limit repeated ads;
- understand user interests;
- support retargeting;
- attribute conversions;
- improve campaign performance.
| Advertising Cookie Use | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Ad measurement | Shows whether ads are effective |
| Frequency control | Limits repeated ad exposure |
| Personalisation | May tailor ads based on activity |
| Retargeting | May show related ads elsewhere |
| Conversion tracking | Measures actions after ad clicks |
Users can often control advertising cookies through browser settings, consent banners, and ad platform preferences.
Security and Anti-Spam Cookies
Security cookies may help protect the website from harmful traffic, bots, spam, and abuse.
They may support:
- bot detection;
- rate limiting;
- form protection;
- firewall rules;
- suspicious activity detection;
- abuse prevention.
| Security Purpose | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Bot prevention | Reduces automated abuse |
| Spam filtering | Protects contact forms |
| Site security | Helps block harmful traffic |
| Fraud prevention | Detects suspicious patterns |
| Performance protection | Prevents overload |
Security cookies are used to keep the website stable and safer for users.
Preference Cookies
Preference cookies may remember user choices so the website feels more consistent.
They may store:
- cookie consent choices;
- language preferences;
- display preferences;
- region selections;
- dismissed notices.
| Preference Cookie | Example |
|---|---|
| Consent setting | Remembering accepted or rejected cookie categories |
| Language setting | Remembering preferred language |
| Display setting | Remembering interface choices |
| Notice dismissal | Avoiding repeated popups |
Preference cookies improve convenience but are not usually essential.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party services used by the website.
These may include:
- analytics providers;
- affiliate networks;
- advertising platforms;
- security tools;
- embedded content providers;
- contact form tools;
- video or media embeds.
| Third-Party Service | Cookie Use |
|---|---|
| Analytics provider | Measures traffic and behaviour |
| Affiliate platform | Tracks referrals |
| Advertising network | Measures or personalises ads |
| Security provider | Detects suspicious activity |
| Embedded media | Supports video or interactive content |
| Contact form service | Prevents spam and processes messages |
Third-party cookies are controlled by those third parties, not by this website.
External Websites and Operator Cookies
When users click links to Parimatch, another gambling operator, payment provider, regulator, or support organization, they leave this website.
External websites may set their own cookies for:
- account login;
- age verification;
- KYC;
- payment processing;
- betting activity;
- advertising;
- analytics;
- fraud prevention;
- responsible gambling tools.
| External Site Type | Possible Cookie Purpose |
|---|---|
| Gambling operator | Account login, fraud checks, betting session |
| Payment provider | Payment security and transaction flow |
| Regulator | Licence lookup or complaint form function |
| Help organization | Support service functionality |
| Affiliate partner | Referral tracking |
This Cookie Policy does not apply to external websites. Users should read their cookie and privacy policies separately.
Cookies and Gambling Accounts
Cookies used by this website do not allow us to access or control user gambling accounts.
This website cannot:
- log into Parimatch accounts;
- view balances;
- see private betting history;
- process deposits;
- approve withdrawals;
- verify identity documents;
- change account limits;
- self-exclude users from an operator;
- settle bets.
| Betting Account Function | Controlled By |
|---|---|
| Account login | Operator |
| Balance | Operator |
| Deposits | Operator/payment provider |
| Withdrawals | Operator/payment provider |
| Bet history | Operator |
| KYC verification | Operator |
| Responsible gambling tools | Operator |
| Account closure | Operator |
For account-specific questions, contact the operator directly.
Managing Cookies
Users can manage cookies through browser settings.
Most browsers allow users to:
- view cookies;
- delete cookies;
- block third-party cookies;
- block all cookies;
- clear cookies after closing the browser;
- manage site-specific permissions;
- use private browsing mode.
| Browser Action | Effect |
|---|---|
| Delete cookies | Removes stored cookies |
| Block third-party cookies | Limits external tracking |
| Block all cookies | May break website features |
| Private browsing | Reduces persistent storage |
| Site-specific controls | Allows custom permissions |
| Clear cache and cookies | Can fix display or login issues |
Blocking cookies may affect website functionality, analytics accuracy, affiliate tracking, and user preferences.
Browser-Specific Cookie Controls
Users can usually manage cookies through these browser areas:
| Browser | Where to Look |
|---|---|
| Chrome | Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies |
| Safari | Settings/Preferences → Privacy |
| Firefox | Settings → Privacy & Security |
| Edge | Settings → Cookies and site permissions |
| Samsung Internet | Settings → Sites and downloads / Privacy |
| Brave | Settings → Privacy and security |
| Opera | Settings → Privacy and security |
Browser menus may change over time. Check the browser’s official help pages for current instructions.
Consent Tools
If the website uses a cookie consent banner or preference centre, users may be able to accept, reject, or customise cookie categories.
Possible consent options may include:
- accept all cookies;
- reject non-essential cookies;
- manage preferences;
- allow analytics only;
- allow affiliate/advertising cookies;
- change preferences later.
| Consent Option | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Accept all | Allows all listed cookie categories |
| Reject non-essential | Allows only essential cookies |
| Manage preferences | User chooses categories |
| Change later | Updates previous choice |
| Withdraw consent | Stops future non-essential cookies where supported |
Essential cookies may still be used even if non-essential cookies are rejected.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer “Do Not Track” signals. There is no universal standard for how all websites and third-party services must respond to these signals. This website may not respond automatically to Do Not Track signals, but users can still manage cookies through browser settings and consent tools where available.
Cookie Retention
Cookies may last for different periods.
| Cookie Duration | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Session cookies | Deleted when browser closes |
| Short-term cookies | Expire after minutes, hours, or days |
| Persistent cookies | Remain for weeks, months, or longer |
| Affiliate cookies | May last for a partner-defined attribution window |
| Consent cookies | Remember choices for a set period |
Users can delete cookies manually at any time through browser settings.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy if website technology, analytics tools, affiliate systems, advertising tools, legal requirements, or privacy practices change.
Changes may involve:
- adding or removing cookie types;
- changing analytics providers;
- updating affiliate tracking practices;
- adding consent tools;
- changing advertising systems;
- improving security tools;
- clarifying user rights.
Users should review this page periodically.
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FAQ
Q: What are cookies?
A: Cookies are small files stored in a browser or device to help websites function, remember settings, measure traffic, or track referrals.
Q: Does this website use cookies?
A: Yes, this website may use essential, analytics, affiliate, advertising, security, and preference cookies.
Q: Are cookies used to access my betting account?
A: No. Cookies used by this website do not give us access to Parimatch accounts, balances, deposits, withdrawals, or betting history.
Q: Can I block cookies?
A: Yes. Most browsers let users delete or block cookies. Some website features may not work properly if cookies are blocked.
Q: What are affiliate cookies?
A: Affiliate cookies may help track whether a user clicked a referral link and completed a qualifying action on an external site.
Q: Do external gambling operators use their own cookies?
A: Yes. Gambling operators, payment providers, regulators, and other external websites may use their own cookies and privacy policies.
Q: Are analytics cookies personal?
A: Analytics cookies usually collect aggregated or pseudonymous data, such as page views, clicks, device type, and traffic source.
Q: What happens if I reject non-essential cookies?
A: Essential site functions should still work, but analytics, affiliate tracking, advertising measurement, or preferences may be limited.
Q: How long do cookies stay on my device?
A: It depends on the cookie type. Some expire when the browser closes; others may remain for weeks or months unless deleted.
Q: Where can I learn more about privacy?
A: See Privacy Policy for broader information about data collection, use, sharing, and user rights.
REGULATORY DISCLOSURE: Parimatch operates under licence OGL/2024/402/0624 issued by the Curaçao Gaming Authority. Parimatch is not licensed by Canadian provincial regulators and is not available in jurisdictions where such operation is restricted, including Ontario, where online gambling operators must be licensed by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) and registered with iGaming Ontario. Players are responsible for verifying the legality of online gambling in their province or territory before registering. This website provides information only and does not constitute legal advice.