Cookie Policy
This page describes how checkeredflagau.com ("we", "us", "our") deploys cookies and similar tracking mechanisms when you access our website.
Understanding Cookies
Cookies are compact data files placed on your device (computer, mobile, tablet) during your visit to a website. They enable websites to retain information about your session, including your settings or login state. Cookies are not executable programs and pose no risk to your device's security.
Types of Cookies in Use
Our site employs cookies across several functional categories:
Necessary / Operational Cookies
- These are critical for basic site operation and functionality.
- They support essential operations such as navigation between pages, processing form inputs, and authenticating access to restricted sections.
- The site cannot function properly without these cookies.
- Typical examples: authentication tokens, cross-site request forgery tokens, preferred language settings.
Performance & Insights Cookies
- We employ performance measurement tools (including Google Analytics) to track visitor behaviour and site usage patterns.
- These cookies record data such as pages accessed, duration of visits, traffic sources, and engagement metrics.
- All collected data is aggregated and de-identified; individual user tracking does not occur.
- This information enables us to refine site speed, content quality and overall visitor experience.
Marketing & Behavioural Tracking Cookies
- Third-party advertising partners and tracking technologies may be used to assess ad effectiveness and monitor cross-site user activity.
- These cookies are often deployed by our partners (ad networks, affiliate platforms, etc.) and permit them to identify you across multiple websites.
- Many advertising networks offer opt-out mechanisms via the Digital Advertising Alliance or through your browser configuration (details below).
Partner & External Cookies
- Third-party services integrated into our site (e.g. video platforms, social plugins, payment gateways) may deposit their own cookies.
- We have no authority over these cookies; please consult those services' respective privacy documentation for specifics.
Consent & Cookie Preferences
Upon your initial visit to checkeredflagau.com, a consent notification will appear. Your options include:
- Accept all categories to activate complete site features and measurement tools.
- Decline optional categories to disable performance and marketing cookies while retaining core operational cookies.
- Customise settings to select precisely which cookie types you permit.
Your selection is recorded and honoured for 12 months. You may adjust these settings anytime through the consent interface or your browser's privacy configuration.
How to Control Cookies
Browser-Level Management
- Most modern browsers provide cookie management tools accessible via Settings > Privacy or Security.
- You can view existing cookies, remove them, or configure your browser to reject new cookies or prompt you before accepting.
- Caution: blocking necessary cookies may impair site functionality and user experience.
Third-Party Opt-Out Resources
- Google Analytics: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Digital Advertising Alliance (US/Canada): https://optout.aboutads.info
- Your Online Choices (Europe): https://www.youronlinechoices.eu
Do Not Track Preference
- Certain browsers include a DNT feature. We make reasonable efforts to honour DNT signals where possible, though some external partners may not support this standard.
Cookies & Responsible Gaming
Cookies deployed across checkeredflagau.com do not capture or retain confidential personal data (including login credentials, financial information or gaming records). Should you engage with an online casino accessed via our site, that operator's separate privacy and cookie policies govern your account and wagering data. Australian players and all other residents should be aware of these distinctions.
For assistance with gambling concerns, reach out to:
- Gambling Help Online: https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au or 1800 858 858
- Lifeline: 13 11 14
Policy Updates
We may revise this cookie policy periodically to account for technological advances, regulatory changes or operational adjustments. Updated versions will be published here with a new "Last Updated" timestamp. Ongoing use of the site following any revisions indicates your agreement with the modified policy.
Get in Touch
Should you have inquiries regarding our cookie practices or wish to discuss this policy, please reach out via the About page.
Last Updated: May 2026
