Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are brief data snippets stored on your device upon visiting websites. At The Best Review Site UK, we utilize cookies to improve your interaction with our platform and adhere to UK gambling laws. These files don't capture identifiable data like names or emails but might log general browsing behavior. The UK’s PECR mandates that we disclose our cookie practices. We classify them as: strictly necessary (for essential operations), analytics (for performance insight), and advertising (for marketing preferences). You can adjust cookie permissions via your browser or our settings tool. Browsers usually permit cookies by default, though preferences can be changed.

Required Cookies

Core cookies support vital services such as login sessions, fraud protection, and accessibility. No explicit consent is needed under UK law for these. Common examples: session tokens to maintain logins, fraud-prevention identifiers, and balancing traffic across servers. UK Gambling Commission standards require certain cookies to validate age and promote responsible gambling. These typically disappear after session closure or expire quickly. Disabling them may prevent the site from working properly. We apply the following key cookies: 'rnx_session' (active for 30 mins), 'rnx_secure' (encrypted security), and 'rnx_geo' (verifies UK access). All are local cookies with no third-party sharing.

Performance & Analytics

We rely on Google Analytics to track general usage trends like page visits, session duration, and referrers. All data is anonymized, without linking to personal identities. IPs are masked and no data is shared with third parties. Key cookies: '_ga' (stores visitor ID for 2 years), '_gid' (tracks sessions for 24 hours), and '_gat' (limits requests every minute). These cookies need your opt-in under the UK GDPR, which can be done through our consent prompt. No session recordings or behavior profiling is performed. Analytics data is retained securely in UK-based Google infrastructure.

Advertising Preferences

These optional cookies help tailor promotional content and monitor campaign effectiveness. We activate them only after you provide explicit consent. They may originate from platforms like Facebook or Google and follow their respective policies. Common examples: '_fbp' (for Facebook ads), 'NID' (Google services), and 'li_sugr' (LinkedIn analytics). They typically remain active between 30–90 days. Compliance with UK regulations ensures that marketing avoids vulnerable groups, with features like exposure capping and exclusion of self-excluded users. You can revoke this consent anytime via the settings hub. We don’t target based on gambling behavior or use sensitive profiling.

How to Control Cookies

Our cookie manager (powered by CookieYes) lets you fine-tune settings across categories. Access it anytime via the cookie icon in the lower corner. You can also manage cookies via your browser: Chrome (Settings > Privacy > Cookies), Firefox (Options > Privacy), and Safari (Preferences > Privacy). Blocking all cookies might disrupt some site features. The UK ICO website offers additional management guidance. We re-request consent every 12 months or whenever the policy changes significantly. When visiting gambling operators via our site, note that their cookie rules are separate from ours—please review their respective policies.

Data Protection & Safety

All our cookies are served securely via HTTPS and encrypted where applicable. We don’t use supercookies or tracking methods banned under UK law. Data is managed in compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Our Data Protection Officer (contact: dpo@thebestreviewsiteuk.com) regularly reviews our practices. Essential cookies used for age checks and fraud protection are mandatory for site operations. We also log consent status for regulatory purposes. Cookie-related data is never sold or monetized. For more, visit our Privacy Policy.

Common Questions

Q: Must I allow all cookies? A: Only essential ones are mandatory for site operation.
Q: When is consent renewed? A: Every 12 months or after policy updates.
Q: Are cookies harmful? A: No, they're text-only and can’t run code.
Q: Can I remove cookies? A: Yes, in your browser settings (note: it may log you out).
Q: Why are gambling cookies appearing? A: They come from third-party sites you visit via our platform.
Q: Has Brexit changed cookie law? A: Not significantly—UK still follows PECR similar to EU's ePrivacy Directive.
For further info, email: privacy@thebestreviewsiteuk.com or call the ICO at 0303 123 1113.