This Cookie Policy explains how cookies and similar tracking technologies are used when you access or use the Rideau Carleton Casino website. By continuing to use the website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy. If you do not agree with the use of cookies as described in this document, you may adjust your browser settings or refrain from using the website.
This policy applies to all users who visit the Rideau Carleton Casino website, regardless of location, device, or browser. It should be read together with the Privacy Policy, which provides additional information on the collection, storage, and processing of personal data.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device on subsequent visits and to store certain information about your preferences or actions. Cookies may be set by the website you are visiting (first-party cookies) or by third-party services operating on that website (third-party cookies).
In addition to cookies, similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, local storage objects, and session identifiers may be used. For the purposes of this policy, all such technologies are referred to collectively as cookies, unless otherwise specified.
2. Categories of Cookies Used
The following categories of cookies may be used on the Rideau Carleton Casino website:
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
Strictly necessary cookies are required for the website to function correctly. They enable core operations such as session management, user authentication, security enforcement, and access to restricted areas of the site. These cookies cannot be disabled without materially affecting the functionality of the website. No consent is required for their use, as they are essential to the delivery of the service requested by the user.
2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
Performance and analytics cookies collect information about how visitors interact with the website, including which pages are visited most frequently, how long users remain on specific pages, and whether any errors are encountered. The data collected is aggregated and does not identify individual users. This information is used to support the assessment and improvement of the structure and performance of the website.
2.3 Functionality Cookies
Functionality cookies allow the website to remember choices made by the user, such as language preference, region settings, or display options. These cookies support a more consistent experience across sessions. If these cookies are disabled, certain preferences may not be retained between visits.
2.4 Affiliate and Referral Tracking Cookies
Where applicable, affiliate and referral tracking cookies may be used to record how a user arrived at the website, including through affiliate links or referral sources. This information is used for internal reporting and compliance purposes. These cookies do not collect personal data beyond what is necessary to identify the referral source.
2.5 Security and Compliance Cookies
Security and compliance cookies support fraud prevention, account security, and regulatory compliance functions. They may be used to detect unusual activity, verify user identity during a session, and confirm that access controls are operating correctly. Disabling these cookies may limit the ability of the service to protect user accounts and the integrity of the website.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies placed on the website are set by third-party service providers, including analytics platforms and security tools. These providers may collect and process data in accordance with their own privacy and cookie policies. Rideau Carleton Casino does not control the behavior of third-party cookies and is not responsible for the data practices of those providers. Users are encouraged to review the relevant third-party policies if there are concerns about how those services handle data.
4. Cookie Duration
Cookies may also be classified by their duration as follows:
- Session cookies: Temporary files that are deleted when the browser is closed. These cookies are used to maintain the user session while navigating the website.
- Persistent cookies: Files that remain on the device for a defined period after the session ends, or until deleted manually. These cookies are used to retain preferences and support returning users.
5. Managing Cookie Preferences
Users have the right to control which cookies are placed on their devices, with the exception of strictly necessary cookies. The following options are available:
- Cookie consent banner: When first visiting the website, a consent banner is displayed. This banner can be used to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize preferences by category.
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow blocking or deleting cookies through their settings. The method varies by browser, and users should refer to the relevant help documentation for specific instructions. Blocking certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website.
- Third-party opt-out tools: For cookies set by third-party analytics or advertising services, it may be possible to opt out directly through those providers. Where applicable, links to opt-out mechanisms are referenced in the consent banner or in the Privacy Policy.
Cookie preferences can be changed at any time. If consent for a category of cookies is withdrawn, those cookies will no longer be placed on the device going forward. Withdrawal of consent does not affect any processing that occurred before the withdrawal.
6. Updates to This Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in applicable law, regulatory guidance, or internal practices. When material changes are made, the revised policy will be published on this page. Users are encouraged to review this page periodically to remain informed about the use of cookies on the website.
7. Contact
Questions about this Cookie Policy or requests to exercise rights related to the use of cookies and tracking technologies on the website can be submitted through the official contact channels listed on the Rideau Carleton Casino website. Enquiries are handled within a reasonable timeframe in accordance with applicable data protection requirements.