Minedrop Cookie Policy
Cookie PolicyTransparent data practices — trusted by UK players
Last updated: March 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how minedropslot.uk (“the Site”, “we”, “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. It covers what cookies are, which types we use, why we use them, how long they last, and how you can manage or disable them.
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which covers the broader use of your personal data.
We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR). Under PECR, we are required to obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) by websites you visit. They allow a website to recognise your device on subsequent visits, remember your preferences, and understand how you interact with the site.
Cookies are not programs and cannot access other files on your device. They do not contain viruses or malware. However, some cookies may be used to collect personal data (such as your IP address or browsing behaviour), which is why PECR requires your informed consent for non-essential cookies.
Types of Storage Technology We May Use
- HTTP cookies — the standard cookie format stored in your browser
- Local storage — browser-based storage used to retain session preferences
- Session storage — temporary storage cleared when you close your browser tab
- Pixel tags / web beacons — small invisible images used by analytics and advertising scripts to record interactions
2. Cookie Categories We Use
We categorise the cookies on this Site into four types. The table below provides a detailed breakdown of each category, its purpose, and retention period.
2.1 Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are required for the Site to function correctly. They enable core features such as security, navigation, and access to areas of the Site. These cookies do not collect personal data for marketing purposes and cannot be disabled without impairing Site functionality.
Legal basis: These cookies do not require consent under PECR as they are strictly necessary for the provision of a service explicitly requested by the user.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|
__cf_bm | Cloudflare | Bot management and security; prevents automated abuse | 30 minutes |
cf_clearance | Cloudflare | Stores the result of Cloudflare’s security challenge | 30 minutes – 24 hours |
| Session cookie | minedropslot.uk | Maintains your session state during a visit | Session (deleted on browser close) |
2.2 Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Site — which pages are most visited, how long visitors stay, and where they navigate from. This information is used to improve the Site’s content and structure.
Legal basis: Consent (UK GDPR Art. 6(1)(a) and PECR). These cookies are only placed with your explicit consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users; tracks sessions and page views | 2 years |
_ga_* | Google Analytics | Stores session state for Google Analytics 4 | 2 years |
_gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users; used for daily session tracking | 24 hours |
| Umami analytics | Umami (self-hosted) | Privacy-friendly analytics; no cross-site tracking; IP anonymised | Session |
Note: Where we use Google Analytics, we have enabled IP anonymisation. Your full IP address is never stored by Google Analytics on this Site. We have also configured data retention in Google Analytics to 14 months.
Where we use Umami analytics, data is processed on our own infrastructure without third-party sharing. Umami does not use cookies by default and collects no personally identifiable information.
2.3 Preference Cookies
Preference cookies remember choices you make on the Site — such as your cookie consent decision or display preferences. They enable a personalised experience without requiring you to re-enter settings on each visit.
Legal basis: Consent (UK GDPR Art. 6(1)(a) and PECR).
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|
cookie_consent | minedropslot.uk | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 12 months |
lang_pref | minedropslot.uk | Remembers your language or display preference if applicable | 12 months |
2.4 Marketing and Affiliate Cookies
Marketing cookies track your activity across websites and are used to deliver relevant advertising and to measure the effectiveness of our affiliate partnerships. If you click an affiliate link on this Site and visit a casino, marketing cookies may be used to attribute that visit to our Site.
Legal basis: Consent (UK GDPR Art. 6(1)(a) and PECR). These cookies are only placed with your explicit consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|
| Affiliate tracking | Third-party affiliate networks | Attributes casino registrations and deposits to this Site for commission purposes | Up to 30 days |
_fbp | Meta (Facebook) | Used to deliver advertising on Facebook and measure ad effectiveness | 90 days |
Note: We do not use marketing cookies to build behavioural profiles for third-party advertising. Affiliate tracking cookies are used solely to attribute referrals for commission purposes.
3. Summary Table: All Cookie Categories
| Category | Required for site function | Consent required | Can be disabled |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | Yes | No | No (site may not function) |
| Analytics | No | Yes | Yes |
| Preference | No | Yes | Yes (preferences reset) |
| Marketing / Affiliate | No | Yes | Yes |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on this Site are set by third-party services we use. We do not control third-party cookies and they are subject to the privacy and cookie policies of those third parties. The main third parties whose cookies may appear on this Site are:
- Cloudflare — security and performance; Privacy Policy: cloudflare.com/privacypolicy
- Google Analytics — usage analytics; Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy
- Affiliate networks — referral tracking; refer to the relevant network’s privacy policy
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third parties to understand how they process data collected via their cookies.
5. How to Manage and Disable Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies on this Site.
5.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit minedropslot.uk, a cookie consent banner will appear. You can:
- Accept all cookies — allows essential, analytics, preference, and marketing cookies
- Accept essential only — disables analytics, preference, and marketing cookies
- Customise preferences — choose which non-essential categories to accept
You can change your consent preferences at any time by clearing your cookie_consent cookie or using the cookie settings link in the footer of this Site.
5.2 Browser Settings
You can control cookies directly through your browser settings. The steps vary by browser:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Safari: Settings → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Blocking all cookies may prevent some parts of the Site from functioning correctly. Essential cookies cannot be disabled without affecting Site functionality.
5.3 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of specific third-party tracking using the following tools:
- Google Analytics opt-out: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Your Online Choices (EU/UK ad cookie opt-out): youronlinechoices.com
- ICO cookie information: ico.org.uk/for-the-public/online/cookies
6. Cookies and Children
This Site is not directed at persons under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors via cookies or any other means. If you believe a minor has accessed this Site and has had cookies placed on their device, please contact us at [email protected] so we can take appropriate action.
Parents and guardians should use parental control software such as Gamban (gamban.com) or Net Nanny (netnanny.com) to restrict access to gambling and gambling-adjacent content.
7. Your Rights Under UK GDPR
To the extent that cookies on this Site result in the processing of your personal data, you have the following rights under UK GDPR:
- Right of access — request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Right to erasure — request deletion of your personal data
- Right to withdraw consent — withdraw your cookie consent at any time; this does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal
- Right to lodge a complaint — if you believe your data rights have been violated, you may complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk
To exercise your data rights, contact us at [email protected].
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, legal requirements, or our data practices. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically.
Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy. Where changes require new consent (for example, if we add new non-essential cookie categories), we will re-present the consent banner.
9. Contact
If you have any questions about how we use cookies or about your data rights, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
We aim to respond to all enquiries within 48 hours.
Cookie Policy — Frequently Asked Questions
Does minedropslot.uk use cookies?
Yes. We use essential cookies required for the Site to function, and — with your consent — analytics, preference, and marketing/affiliate cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences via the consent banner when you first visit the Site.
Do I need to accept all cookies to use the site?
No. Only essential cookies are required for the Site to function. You can decline all non-essential cookies (analytics, preference, marketing) and still access all content on the Site, including the free Minedrop demo.
How do I withdraw my cookie consent?
You can withdraw consent at any time by clearing the ‘cookie_consent’ cookie in your browser settings or by using the cookie settings link in the Site footer. You can also clear all cookies for this Site via your browser’s privacy settings.
Does Google Analytics track my personal data?
We have enabled IP anonymisation in Google Analytics, which means your full IP address is never stored. Google Analytics collects anonymised usage data (pages visited, session duration, browser type) to help us improve the Site. This cookie is only placed with your consent.
What are affiliate tracking cookies?
Affiliate tracking cookies record that you visited a casino by clicking a link on our Site. This allows the casino to attribute your registration or deposit to us for commission purposes. These cookies do not affect the terms or prices you receive at the casino and are only placed with your consent.
How do I complain about how we use cookies?
If you believe we have used cookies in a way that violates your data rights, you can contact us at [email protected]. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.
This Cookie Policy was last reviewed and updated in March 2026 and complies with UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR).