Cookies Policy

What cookies are

Cookies are small text files or similar data files that may be placed on your computer, mobile phone, tablet or another device when you visit a website. They allow a website to recognise a device, remember certain information and provide functions that may not work correctly without them. Cookies do not normally identify you by name on their own, although information collected through cookies may be linked with other information where permitted and necessary.

The term cookies may also include related technologies, such as pixels, tags, software development kits, local storage and other tools that collect or store information on a device. These technologies can operate in a similar way to cookies and are covered by this policy where relevant.

Some cookies are set by Vanguard Casino, while others may be set by service providers that help operate, secure, measure or improve the website. The exact cookies used may change as the website, its features and its service providers are updated.

How long cookies last

A session cookie is normally removed when you close your browser or end your visit. A persistent cookie remains on your device for a longer period or until it expires or is deleted. The duration of a cookie depends on its purpose. For example, a cookie used to remember a temporary setting may last for one session, while a cookie used to remember a preference may remain for longer.

How Vanguard Casino uses cookies

Cookies and similar technologies may be used for several purposes. Some are necessary for the website to function, while others help us understand how visitors use the website or remember choices. We aim to use information collected through these technologies in a way that is appropriate for the relevant purpose and consistent with our Privacy Policy.

• Essential operation: These technologies may support core website features, page navigation, account access, session management and the delivery of requested services.
• Security and fraud prevention: Cookies may help detect unusual activity, protect accounts, support technical security controls and reduce the risk of misuse or unauthorised access.
• Preferences: Cookies may remember choices such as language, region, display settings or other options so that you do not need to enter them again during every visit.
• Performance and analytics: Information about visits, page loading, navigation and general use may help us identify errors, monitor performance and improve the website.
• Communications and marketing: Where applicable and permitted, cookies or similar technologies may help measure the effectiveness of communications, understand interests or show more relevant information. You may be able to manage these technologies separately from essential cookies.
• Compliance and records: Information may be used to support responsible operation of the website, meet legal or regulatory obligations where applicable, and keep appropriate records of preferences or consents.

Information collected through cookies may include an IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, general location, referring page, pages visited, links selected, session times and technical identifiers. The information collected depends on the technology involved and the settings applied to your device or browser.

Cookies are not used to obtain information from your device that is unrelated to the website without an appropriate basis. They do not give us general access to files stored on your device. You can usually control or delete cookies through your browser settings, although changing those settings may affect the availability or performance of some website features.

Types of cookies and third-party services

Strictly necessary cookies

Strictly necessary cookies support functions that you request or that are required for the website to operate. They may help maintain a secure session, remember that you have signed in, support account and payment-related pages, manage traffic or record your cookie choices. Because these cookies are important to the operation and security of the website, they may not be available for disabling through every preference tool. Blocking them through your browser may prevent some areas of the website from working.

Preference and functionality cookies

These cookies remember information that makes the website easier to use. They may retain settings selected during a visit, reduce repeated prompts or help provide features that you have chosen. If you remove them, you may need to set your preferences again.

Analytics and performance cookies

Analytics and performance technologies help us understand how the website is used. They may provide aggregated or statistical information about visits, popular pages, technical problems and general navigation. This information can be used to improve content, functionality, accessibility and performance. Analytics information may be collected by Vanguard Casino or by a provider acting on its behalf.

Advertising and similar technologies

Where used, advertising or similar technologies may help measure campaigns, limit repeated advertisements or provide content that is more relevant to a visitor. These technologies may involve third-party providers and may collect information about browsing activity across websites or services, subject to the provider's own terms and privacy information. They are not intended to override your account, privacy or responsible gambling choices.

Third-party services may set cookies when their content, tools or links appear on the website. Examples may include analytics, security, payment, customer support or media services. Vanguard Casino does not control every cookie placed by an independent third party. You should review the relevant third party's privacy and cookie information for details about its practices.

Managing cookies and your choices

You can manage cookies in several ways. If a cookie banner or preference tool is shown, you may use it to accept, reject or adjust optional categories where those choices are available. You can also change your browser settings to block cookies, delete existing cookies or notify you before a cookie is stored. Settings differ between browsers and devices, so you may need to make changes separately on each device that you use.

1. Open your browser or device settings.
2. Find the privacy, security or site settings area.
3. Review the available cookie controls and select the options you prefer.
4. Delete existing cookies if you want to remove information already stored on the device.
5. Revisit your settings if you use a different browser, device or user profile.

If you disable all cookies, you may still be able to view some public pages, but account functions, security features, preferences and other parts of the website may not operate as intended. Deleting cookies may also remove saved settings or require you to sign in again. Blocking optional cookies may reduce personalised content or prevent certain measurement and preference features from working.

Cookie choices do not necessarily control other forms of communication or data processing. For example, changing browser settings may not stop messages sent under separate permissions, and opting out of personalised advertising may not remove all advertising. Other settings, account controls and legal rights may apply depending on the relevant activity.

Children and age-restricted services

The website is intended for people who meet the applicable minimum age and eligibility requirements for online gambling services. We do not knowingly seek to collect information from children. If you believe that a child has provided information or used the website, please stop that use and raise the matter through the available support or privacy channel so it can be considered appropriately.

Privacy, updates and questions

Cookie information may be combined with other information where this is necessary for the purposes described in this policy, for example to maintain a secure account session, understand website performance, respond to a request or meet an applicable obligation. Any handling of personal information is subject to the Privacy Policy and any rights or protections that apply to you under relevant Australian law.

We take reasonable steps to protect information collected through the website against misuse, interference, loss and unauthorised access, modification or disclosure. No online service can guarantee complete security, and you should take care when using shared or public devices. Always sign out of your account when you finish using a device that other people may access.

We may update this Cookies Policy when our technology, services, legal obligations or cookie practices change. The updated version will be made available on the website and will apply from the date shown or from the time it is published, as appropriate. We encourage you to review this page occasionally so that you understand how cookies are being used.

If you have a question about this policy, want to understand how your information is handled or need help with a cookie preference, use the privacy or support contact method made available on the website. Please do not send sensitive account, identity or payment information through an unverified channel.

By continuing to use the website, you acknowledge that cookies and similar technologies may be used as described in this policy. Where consent is required for a particular category, we will request or record that consent through the available preference controls. You can change your optional cookie choices at any time, subject to the capabilities of the website and your browser.