Our Cookie Policy, in plain English
We set a small number of cookies when you use instantcasino1.co.uk. This page sets out exactly what they are, why they exist, and how you switch them off.
What cookies actually are
A cookie is a small text file that a website places on your device when you visit. Each one stores a snippet of information, such as a session number or your chosen language, and sends it back to us on your next visit so the site remembers you.
Think of a cookie as a sticky note the site leaves for itself. Without it, we would not know that you have already logged in, that you set your deposit limit, or that you dismissed the cookie banner last time. On a casino site carrying 4,000 games, losing that memory means starting from scratch on every page load.
The cookies we use
Strictly necessary
These keep the site working. They maintain your login session, protect deposits and withdrawals against fraud, and remember your KYC status. Strictly necessary cookies run as standard: without them you cannot sign in, place a bet, or withdraw funds.
Functional
Functional cookies store your preferences. They remember your language choice among our four supported languages, your preferred currency from GBP, EUR, BTC, ETH and USDT, and your display settings for live tables. Nothing here tracks your play for marketing purposes.
Analytics
Analytics cookies collect aggregated data on how the site performs: which pages load slowly, where players drop off during registration, which of our 3,200 slots get the most engagement. The data is anonymised and grouped; we use it to fix problems and improve navigation, not to identify you individually.
Marketing
Marketing cookies support our promotions, including the 200% welcome bonus up to 6,750 GBP and our weekly cashback offers. They measure whether a campaign reached you and limit how often you see the same advert. You can refuse them at any time without losing access to the site.
| Cookie type | Purpose | Example names | Opt-out |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly necessary | Login session and security | sid, auth_token, csrf | No, required for the site to function |
| Functional | Language and currency preferences | lang_pref, curr_pref | Yes, via the cookie banner |
| Analytics | Aggregated site performance | _ga, _gid | Yes, via banner or browser settings |
| Marketing | Campaign measurement and retargeting | ads_id, trk_pixel | Yes, via banner or browser settings |
Third party cookies explained
Some cookies on our pages belong to third parties that provide services we cannot run ourselves. Three categories apply here.
Analytics providers help us measure performance and detect technical faults. Their cookies report aggregate traffic patterns back to them under their own privacy policies.
Ad networks deliver our promotional campaigns and measure results. Their cookies decide which adverts you see and cap repeat impressions.
Payment providers such as e-wallet and card processors set cookies during deposits and withdrawals to verify transactions and prevent fraud. These are strictly necessary while a payment is in progress and do not profile your browsing.
Manage your cookie preferences
On our site
When you first visit instantcasino1.co.uk, our cookie banner lets you accept all cookies or reject everything except strictly necessary ones. You can change that choice later at any time by reopening the banner through the link in the site footer; your new settings apply immediately.
In your browser
Every major browser lets you block or delete cookies outright.
- Chrome: Settings, then Privacy and security, then Third-party cookies, and block or allow per site.
- Safari: Settings, then Privacy, and use Manage Website Data to remove stored cookies.
- Firefox: Settings, then Privacy and Security, and choose your cookie permissions under Enhanced Tracking Protection.
- Edge: Settings, then Cookies and site permissions, and manage blocked or allowed sites.
What happens if you block them
Blocking strictly necessary cookies breaks core functions: login, deposits, withdrawals and game sessions will not persist between pages. Blocking analytics or marketing cookies only limits our reporting and advertising; you keep full access to your account, all 4,000 games and the sportsbook either way.
How long we keep cookies
Every cookie carries an expiry date. Session cookies vanish the moment you close your browser; persistent ones stay until they expire or you delete them. We keep every category as short as its job allows.
| Cookie type | Duration | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly necessary | Session up to 30 days | Login persists for your convenience; security tokens refresh regularly |
| Functional | 90 days | Preferences survive repeat visits without long-term profiling |
| Analytics | Up to 365 days | Year-on-year comparison of site performance |
| Marketing | Up to 90 days | Campaign measurement windows; refreshed on new campaigns |
Changes to this policy
We update this Cookie Policy whenever we add, remove or change a cookie category. Material changes are announced on the site before they take effect, and the revision date at the top of the page always reflects the current version. Questions about anything on this page go to our support team at [email protected], available 24/7 via live chat and email.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to accept cookies to play at Instant Casino?
Only strictly necessary cookies are mandatory. You can reject analytics and marketing cookies in the banner and still access your account, all games and the sportsbook.
Can I change my cookie choice after signing up?
Yes. Reopen the cookie banner from the link in the footer at any time and update your preferences; the new settings apply immediately.
Are cookies used to profile my gambling?
Analytics cookies show us aggregated behaviour across all players. We do not use cookies to build individual marketing profiles based on your betting activity.
Do payment methods set their own cookies?
Card, e-wallet and crypto payment providers may set strictly necessary cookies during a transaction to verify it and prevent fraud. They are limited to the payment process.
What is the difference between session and persistent cookies?
Session cookies disappear when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain for a fixed period, from 30 to 365 days depending on their purpose, until they expire or you delete them.